JMU Health Update - March 1
News
Dear JMU Family,
Update on Cases
The university observed 9 new positive cases of COVID-19 at the University Health Center on Friday and over the weekend, putting the total number of active cases at 52. The number of open quarantine and isolation beds is 348 out of 434. More information can be found on the university’s Stop the Spread dashboard.
Having symptoms? Get tested!
If you are experiencing any symptoms of COVID-19, you should get tested. Don’t assume it’s just allergies or a cold. Symptoms include:
- Fever or chills
- Cough
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
- Fatigue
- Muscle or body aches
- Headache
- New loss of taste or smell
- Sore throat
- Congestion or runny nose
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhea
Still not sure? Students can call the UHC Nurse line and they’ll help you decide your next steps.
JMU Parent Revamps COVID-19 Dashboard
A unique aspect of our COVID-19 dashboard is the JMU connection. Lee Feinberg, whose daughter is a freshman at JMU, is a data visualization expert who has been crucial to the success of the redesigned dashboard. As JMU continues emphasizing transparency while keeping community members informed, read the full story behind the dashboard.
Stop the Spread HELPline
If students and their families have questions and can’t readily find the answers in our FAQs, call the Stop the Spread HELPline, which is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The toll-free number is 888-886-3131. And don’t forget, many of your questions can be answered here. Call center agents also will be answering questions sent to covid19@jmu.edu, and you can submit questions via a form on the Stop the Spread site. Please note, the HELPline is not for reporting noncompliance with health guidance and the Stop the Spread Agreement signed by all students. Please use the LiveSafe app, which goes directly to the JMU Public Safety dispatch.
Stay safe and download the COVIDWISE app!
