THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES APPLY TO A LL RESPIRATORY VIRUS TREATMENT AND CARE INCLUDING COVID, FLU AND RSV:
Students who test positive for COVID-19 are no longer required to report the positive test result.
When diagnosed with COVID, FLU or RSV, you are asked to self-isolate, staying out of classes and public spaces until symptoms are improving overall and you are fever free for 24 hours without the use of fever reducing medication (Tylenol, Ibuprofen etc.). Residential students who test positive will not be relocated into another space. Students should utilize the guidance below, and as found on the CDC website, to reduce spreading a virus.
Anyone experiencing respiratory symptoms including a cough, sneezing and/or sore throat is asked to utilize precautions (mask wearing, cough etiquette, proper tissue disposal, wash hands, disinfect frequently touched surfaces) to reduce spreading a virus.
The medical staff at Health & Wellness will continue to evaluate and treat students who are symptomatic. We encourage students to make an appointment for early diagnosis and treatment. Students are charged for the following rapid tests during visits, if tested: COVID, Influenza, Strep and/or Mononucleosis.
What to do if:
You have symptoms Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m. -5 p.m. Schedule an appointment with a medical provider at the SLC Health & Wellness Center or call the Center at 914-395-2350 and request to speak with a medical provider.
You test positive Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Call the Health & Wellness Center (914) 395-2209 for guidance on self care and management of symptoms.
You test positive after 5 p.m. or on weekends: Employ self-care to manage symptoms. If symptoms require medical care, contact Campus Safety for transport to a local urgent care center or the emergency room or check the back of your health insurance card for access to a telehealth service.
General Guidance for students, faculty and staff regarding all respiratory illnesses:
Stay home and away from others until:
- Your symptoms are getting better AND
- You are fever free without the use of fever reducing medication for 24 hours
Take added precautions after an acute illness (mask wearing, cough etiquette, wash hands, proper tissue disposal, disinfect frequently touch surfaces, distance from others especially those who have health risks) for the next 5 days
If you test positive for COVID or FLU and you are without symptoms, use added precautions (see above) for the 5 days after testing positive. If fever of other symptoms develop during this time, follow the above guidance, resetting your timeline of illness management.
See the CDC website for more specific guidance on managing respiratory illnesses including COVID, FLU (influenza) and RSV.
BE PREPARED:
All students should be prepared with the following supplies: Purchase rapid at-home COVID antigen tests at local pharmacies, grocery/convenient stores or on-line, N95 or KN95 masks, thermometer, cough drops, Advil, Tylenol, Cold tablets, salt for gargling, water bottles, electrolyte drinks, light snacks, disinfectant wipes and at least a week supply of any prescribed medication.
An update from the Federal Government : Free COVID tests will be available in late September 2024. Order online through the USPS.
Seeking a COVID vaccine? Find a vaccine location using this link: https://www.vaccines.gov/
Additional resources providing updated information on COVID-19:
Center for Disease Control- COVID-19 information:
World Health Organization- COVID-19 information
Westchester County Health Department- COVID-19 Information