AUK Hosts H1N1 Prevention Lecture

In light of the recent Influenza A (H1N1) worldwide pandemic, the American University of Kuwait's (AUK) Student Government Association (SGA) in cooperation with AUK's administration, held a lecture on Monday October 5th titled, "How to Protect Yourself and Others from H1N1". The lecture, given by Dr. Jaafar Dawood, Department Head of Disease Prevention at the Ministry of Health, focused on defining what H1N1 is and ways of prevention. Dr. Dawood then took questions from the audience.

The lecture is in line with AUK's several safety measures taken to ensure the security and safety of everyone on Campus. AUK is working towards making the Campus as healthy as possible, by working closely with the Kuwait Ministry of Health to monitor flu conditions as well as decide on the best way to proceed. As a precaution the University provides hand sanitizers and face masks are available upon request. Provisions will also be made for students who are sick and provide medical documentation. The University has also issued a list to students, faculty and staff on what each individual can do to help keep AUK's Campus safe and healthy for everyone. As well as some tips on what to do should an individual experience flu-like symptoms.

Below are extra measures currently being taken by AUK to safeguard the University Campus:

AUK formed a working group to coordinate campus-wide efforts related to H1N1, to work with the relevant Ministries, and to develop contingency plans.
AUK's website currently contains H1N1 information regarding preventative measures, useful resources, and will include further details on AUK's efforts to handle this pandemic.
Posters and flyers are posted around AUK's campus to inform all members of the AUK community.
Hand washing signs have been placed in wash rooms, and wash rooms are being checked even more regularly for stock and cleaning needs.
Hand sanitizer dispensers & disposable wipes are being made available in public areas.
Regularly scheduled cleaning of high traffic surface areas (door handles, elevator panels, labs, etc.) is underway.
E-mails have been sent out to students giving instructions on ways to stay healthy and how to be academically responsible if you feel unwell.

AUK is ready to take additional steps to maintain as healthy a campus environment as possible. For more information about flu and what AUK is doing, visit www.auk.edu.kw. For more information on H1N1 flu, visit the Kuwait Ministry of Health website http://www.moh.gov.kw/, or visit www.flu.gov.

Auk hosts h1n1 prevention lecture

Dr. Jaafar Dawood with Omar Al-Hussainan & Essa Al-Bolushy from the SGA

Auk hosts h1n1 prevention lecture