October 14, 2002

Faculty, staff, and students can receive flu shots on Wednesday, Oct. 30, and Thursday, Oct. 31. Appointments are not necessary.

There is a $12 charge for faculty and staff; the shot costs $8 for students. A UConn I.D. must be shown.

The shots will be administered by nurses from Student Health Services, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Asian American Cultural Center.

Flu season runs from October through February or March. Symptoms of the flu include the sudden onset of high fever (101 degrees or more), muscle aches, headaches, and a dry cough. It is contagious.

For more information, call Student Health Services: 860.486.4700.