Posts by Tracy Pace | Today at Elon | þ /u/news Fri, 17 Apr 2026 21:14:42 -0400 en-US hourly 1 Updates for the 2024 flu season /u/news/2024/01/23/updates-for-the-2024-flu-season/ Tue, 23 Jan 2024 16:58:40 +0000 /u/news/?p=969112 January and February tend to be part of the peak season for colds, flu and other viruses. Take steps to protect yourself and others. Follow . These strategies are effective in preventing the spread of many types of viruses and are good practices to follow every day.

Flu Vaccines

  •  If you have not received a flu vaccine this fall and you are medically able to receive one, we suggest you get one immediately.
  • It is not too late to receive a flu vaccine, but the sooner you receive the vaccine, the better your coverage.
  • Flu vaccines are widely available locally. The  is a useful tool to find a flu vaccine near campus. Note: enter the university zip code 27244; the CVS at 1149 University Drive is on the Elon Express bus route.
  • Flu vaccines are available to faculty and staff free at Faculty/Staff Health and Wellness Clinic..

There are university resources to support physical and mental health for students, faculty and staff (including the flu!)

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  • Student Health Services is open for in-person appointments for students (including weekends). Information about hours of operation and scheduling appointments may be found on the Student Health Services website. Note: Remember to bring your insurance card with you to your visit.
  • TimelyCare is available to students anywhere in the United States 24/7 – including all breaks! Information about  accessing all FREE Timely Care services can be found here.  “In the moment” mental health support is available 24/7 through “Talk Now” service of TimelyCare as well as the Crisis Counselor on Call available by calling (336) 278-2222.
  • Over-the-counter wellness items and medications are available on campus at Fountain Market in Clohan Hall.

Faculty/Staff

  • The Faculty/staff Health and Wellness Clinic is open for in-person appointments! Appointments can be scheduled on-line here  or call (336) 278-5569.
  • Teledoc Health Services provides virtual medical and mental health care for faculty/staff at reduced rates.

Additional information about a variety of health and wellbeing resources for students, faculty and staff may be found on the HealthEU website.

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