8 possible swine flu cases in Amherst

AMHERST, Mass. (WWLP) - Two more Amherst College students have tested positive for Type-A Influenza.

Caroline Hanna, the Amherst College Director of Media Relations, told 22News that two of those students have been tested for the swine flu. Swabs have been sent to the CDC for testing and it could take a few days to get the results.

Hanna said the other six other students tested positive for Type A Influenza, but have not been tested for swine flu. They are being treated for swine flu only as a precaution.

Peter Rooney, the Director of Public Affairs for Amherst College, told 22News that none of the students had traveled to Mexico, nor had anyone that they've been in close contact with. Rooney called it "a bit of a medical mystery."

Rooney said the students are isolated in non-student dorms. Their names and ages not released because of privacy concerns.

Rooney said the cases are not considered serious and the students are responding well to treatment.

All on campus parties canceled for the weekend. Classes and sporting events continue as scheduled.

If you have any questions, you are asked to call the Office of Public Affairs at 413-542-2321.