Swine Flu Confirmed at Tufts

Infected Student Graduated May 17, Recovering Well

Tufts University has announced that a flu sample submitted on Tuesday, May 19, by Tufts’ Medford/Somerville Health Service tested positive for H1N1 influenza, or swine flu. This is Tufts’ first confirmed case.

According to the university, the student graduated on May 17 and is “recovering well” at home in Somerville.

Tufts has not cancelled any activities or events, as the Center for Disease Control has said that step is not necessary. The school has urged staff members that are exhibiting flu-like symptoms, such as a fever, to stay home and seek medical attention.

More information on the H1N1 flu and Tufts’ pandemic planning is available at http://emergency.tufts.edu/flu.

Tufts said it is continuing to monitor the situation, is in close contact with public health officials, and will provide updates to the community of any relevant developments.

– InsideMedford.com