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VNR Storyboard. Coulter, Fannin, Gearheart PBRL495-H1WW December 14, 2013. Man in business attire enters room. “There is a known outbreak of a rare strand of meningitis on our campus of Princeton University”.
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VNR Storyboard Coulter, Fannin, Gearheart PBRL495-H1WW December 14, 2013
Man in business attire enters room.“There is a known outbreak of a rare strand of meningitis on our campus of Princeton University”
“8 Princeton University students have been diagnosed with meningitis b since March of 2013. Meningitis b is not often seen in the United States and the vaccines that students and staff are required to get before entering the University do not cover the B strand of the disease.”
Shot of laboratory“Princeton officials have been working with the Centers for Disease Control to learn more about this form of meningitis and how to protect our students.”
Shot of Princeton Buildingand then website“The University Office of Emergency and Safety is utilizing their emergency program to communicate with students and parents, so that all are kept safe and well-informed.”
Shot of vaccination needle“Princeton officials have worked with the CDC to bring in an vaccine to prevent further Princeton is covering the cost.”
Shot of list of symptoms‘Symptoms to be aware of include headache, fever, vomiting, rashes, and sensitivity to light.” Meningitis Symptoms • Headache • Fever • Vomiting • Rashes • Sensitivity to light
Back to shot of man“Meningitis is spread by person to person contact, so students should not share cups utensils or smoking materials. If you are experiencing or know of anyone experience these symptoms please contact the Office of Emergency of Health and Safety immediately.”
Close up of man looking serious“Princeton will continue to collaborate with the CDC to keep our students safe. For further information please refer to the Princeton Meningitis website, web.princeton.edu or the CDC website at cdc.gov or contact your Resident Director or the first member of our faculty and staff to ensure your health, well-being, and allow us to keep you at our highest priority.”
References • Livio, S. (2013, November 15). Princeton University meningitis infections prompt CDC to import emergency vaccinations for use on campus. N.J. News. Retrieved from http://www.nj.com/mercer/index.ssf/2013/11/princeton_university_meningitis_outbreak_prompts_cdc_to_consider_emergency_vaccinations.html. • Princeton.edu. Retrieved from http://web.princeton.edu/sites/emergency/meningitis.html#Update.