Respiratory Season Update!
It's the season for influenza, colds, RSV, and COVID. Here are symptoms to be aware of, and guidance for what to do if you get sick.

Flu Cases Rising on Campus
Flu Symptoms
The flu hits hard and fast. Symptoms include:
- High fever, between 100° and 104° F, dry cough, and chest pains
- Runny nose, sore throat, and/or headache
- Severe fatigue or weakness, often continuing for days or even weeks
- Body aches/chills
COVID-19
Like Flu but people with COVID may also experience loss of taste or smell, and/or diarrhea.
RSV
Causes mild cold-like symptoms in older children and adults, but RSV can become severe, especially for infants and older adults.
Cold
Cough, sore throat, nasal congestion, low grade fever 100° or less and body aches.
If You're Sick
Most symptoms of flu, COVID, and other upper respiratory illnesses can be self-managed using non-prescription medication. Pain relievers and fever control medications, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen (not aspirin) and decongestants may keep you more comfortable as you recover.
Know When to Seek Medical Care
Some people are at greater risk of complications and may benefit from treatment with antiviral medication (those with chronic illnesses) and may want to seek care earlier.
If your symptoms are not improving, are worsening, or are concerning, you should seek medical care.
As a student, you have access to 24/7 virtual visits with a medical provider through Timely Care.
You can also call 650.498.2336 to speak to an advice nurse.
Campus services while we are closed can be found here.
Protecting Others
Help prevent the spread of infection by minimizing contact with others, until the following is true:
- You have not had a fever (without fever-reducing medication) for at least 24 hours, your symptoms are improving, and you can control your secretions
If you must be around others while you still have symptoms, wear a mask.