Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) Information

Growing concern about the spread of SARS has prompted the Campus Health Service to compile a list of helpful SARS-related links. 

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CDC SARS Information Page
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention SARS webpage provides accurate up-to-date information including frequently asked questions and recommendations for the prevention and control of SARS.

WHO SARS Information Page
The World Health Organization SARS webpage provides frequently updated information about the global status of SARS incidence and prevalence rates.

CDC SARS Information for Travelers Page
This CDC webpage provides up-to-date travel advisories, alerts and resource links pertaining to SARS. If you are planning a trip to or through a SARS affected area, be sure to visit the “Interim Guidelines for Persons Traveling to Areas with SARS” link.

University of Arizona Interim Policy Advising Against Travel to SARS-Affected Areas
On May 1, 2003 President Likins issued a statement announcing the UA’s adoption of an interim policy on travel to SARS-affected areas.

University of Arizona International Affairs Office
The UA International Affairs Office of Study Abroad and Student Exchange provides a webpage titled “Important Health and Safety Information” for students who plan to travel or study abroad.

If you think you have symptoms of SARS (fever, cough or difficulty breathing), or have been exposed to someone with SARS, we strongly encourage you to stay at home or in your apartment or hotel room and contact one of the following: