Communicable Disease Prevention
We can all take steps to prevent the spread of communicable diseases and help keep our community healthy.
A communicable disease is an illness that can be transmitted from one person to another, such as coronavirus, hepatitis A, norovirus, influenza, measles, meningococcal meningitis, mumps, rubella or tuberculosis.
Help Prevent the Spread
Following a few simple practices can help protect the health of others:
- Stay home if you are sick.
- Don’t touch your face.
- Wash or sanitize your hands frequently.
- Routinely clean and disinfect surfaces.
- Respect personal space.
- Be considerate of people.
What to Do If You're Sick
If you have been diagnosed with a communicable disease or think you might have contracted one, please:
- Seek medical attention from your primary caregiver.
- Stay home or in your residence room and avoid close contact with others.
- Do not return to class until you've been cleared to do so by a healthcare professional or for 24 hours after symptoms abate.
- Notify your instructors, supervisor and people you're in close contact with.
- Don't travel when sick, unless you've been cleared to do so by a healthcare professional.
- Use antibiotics and antivirals appropriately and exactly as prescribed for the full duration of the prescription. Do not self-medicate or share medications with others.
- Stay up to date on public health guidelines.
For more information, read Selkirk College's Communicable Disease Plan.