Download: RSS | Email Alerts | Mobile
Print this Story
Set Text Size SmallSet Text Size MediumSet Text Size LargeSet Text Size X-Large

Campus Plans For Swine Flu

Reported by: Kelly Swoope
Last Update: 9/08/2009 3:23 pm
The lazy, hazy days of summer are coming to close at Johns Hopkins University. Classes begin Wednesday.
But the signs are in place of the work that’s been going on behind the scenes all summer.

"We're preaching three things, wash your hands, cover your cough, and if you feel sick stay home. Don't come to class, don't go to the library, don't go to the office if you are a staff member."

Dennis O'Shea says the University is ready for the threat of the swine flu, or h1n1 virus.

"We're pretty clear that people are gonna get sick this fall just because there's very little immunity to this disease in the population. People are gonna get sick."

In addition to signs....they have a website, they'll be broadcasting emails......and spreading the word through the dormitories.


"I think it's a good idea because you don't want to have something start spreading and people get sick but as far as I'm concerned I'm not really worried about it."

According to ABC news these are the top five ways college kids will get the swine flu....close living quarters, lecture halls, drinking games, campus dining halls and kissing.

"There's definitely a threat, but just practice common safety procedures, wash your hands, don't touch things that look dirty and you'll definitely stay safe."

Others aren't too concerned.

"I think there's bigger worries on campus than swine flu. That's freshmen in their first semester in school trying to find their way. That's the biggest worry for them."

School officials say they're happy to report there have been no cases so far on campus. But the true test of their plan comes tomorrow when classes are officially in session.
Current Conditions - Forecast Maps - Other News Headlines
Radar Maps | Weather Cameras | Animated Radar
Current Conditions
34°
Cloudy
High 32° Low 25°
Feels like 34°
Barometer 30.06 in.
Humidity 51%
Visibility 10 Miles
Dewpoint 18°
Wind Calm
Forecast Search
city/zip
Investigators:
Baltimore's 'Killer Roads': Where, When, and Why
ABC2 is working for you. We broke down the reports for more than 3,000 fatal accidents to find out which Baltimore area roads are more deadly than others. Video Watch Video
Local News:
The Third Storm Over 12 Inches This Season
JUSTIN'S WEATHER BLOG | This storm may have less moisture but will have more wind as we plan for another blizzard. Video Watch Video
Entertainment News:
Diaz linked to Hudson's ex
Kate Hudson's ex-boyfriend Alex Rodriguez has reportedly found himself a new leading lady. The baseball star has been linked to Cameron Diaz.


Heavy Snow Could Cause Power Outages
WINTER STORM WARNING | Baltimore is about to shatter the all time winter season with more heavy snow. Video Watch Video
Another Snow Storm: My First Snowcast
JUSTIN'S WEATHER BLOG | Another historic storm, but not as much snow. This time it is frequency and seasonal total. Video Watch Video
Near Blizzard Conditions Expected
WINTER STORM WARNING | ABC2 News is tracking a massive storm that is pressing down on Baltimore and surrounding counties. Video Watch Video
Saving The Spot You Dug Out Could Cost You
WINTER STORM WARNING | It takes a lot of work to clear your car from all that snow. But saving your spot with a plastic chair could get you a hefty fine. Video Watch Video
The Third Storm Over 12 Inches This Season
JUSTIN'S WEATHER BLOG | This storm may have less moisture but will have more wind as we plan for another blizzard. Video Watch Video
  This site is hosted and managed by Inergize Digital.