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Infectious diseases are a continuing danger. Some diseases have been effectively controlled with the help of modern technology. New diseases like Ebola, SARS and West Nile virus infection are constantly appearing and influenza strains continue to evolve. Others, such as malaria, tuberculosis, and bacterial pneumonias, are now appearing in forms that are resistant to drug treatments. Additionally, with globalization, a growing population, and the increased frequency of air travel, communicable diseases represent as great a threat as ever to the health of all of us.

All schools, departments, centers, institutes, or units should develop a communicable disease emergency continuity of operations plan.

Single-dose prefilled flu vaccine syringe. Campus Vaccination Effort Sees Record-Breaking Numbers at Pop-Up Clinics

November 6, 2024

Over 1,040 individuals received flu and COVID vaccinations at the pop-up clinic sites – an increase from the 905 vaccinated during the 2023 season.

Categories: Flu Preparedness News, Infectious Diseases News


flu.unc.edu How to Get a Flu Vaccination at Carolina

September 17, 2024

Multiple campus locations are now offering the influenza vaccine to the Carolina community.

Categories: Flu Preparedness News


Flu shot Campus Flu Clinics: Sept. 26 – Oct. 24

August 2, 2024

Starting Sept. 1, the Student Stores Pharmacy and Campus Health Pharmacy will offer no-appointment flu clinics. In addition, six walk-in flu clinics will be held between Sept. 26 and Oct. 24.

Categories: Flu Preparedness News, Infectious Diseases News