MPOX

WHAT IS MPOX?

Mpox (formerly known as Monkey Pox) is a rare disease caused by infection with the mpox virus. This virus is part of the same family of viruses as the variola virus, which causes smallpox. Mpox and smallpox have similar symptoms, but mpox has milder symptoms and it is rarely fatal. Mpox is not related to chickenpox.

WHO SHOULD GET

THE VACCINE?

CDC recommends getting the mpox vaccine if you:

  • Are a gay, bisexual, or other same-gender loving man who has sex with men or are transgender, gender non-binary, or gender-diverse

  • Have had sexual or intimate contact with someone who may have mpox

AND if you, in the last 6 months, have had or expect to have:

  • One or more sexually transmitted infections

  • A weakened immune system because of another illness, like HIV

  • Sexual or intimate contact with a person who is at risk of mpox

  • Anonymous sexual or intimate contact, or more than one sexual partner

 

WHY GET THE

VACCINE?

  • Mpox vaccine can protect against severe illness, hospitalization, and death. For the best protection, get both doses of the two-dose Mpox vaccine. For the best protection, get both doses of the two-dose Mpox vaccine. The second dose should be at least 4 weeks after the first dose.

  • Vaccinated people are 10 times less likely to get Mpox

  • Mpox vaccines are free at this time. Providers must give you the vaccine regardless of your ability to pay the administration fee.

  • For a limited time, you can receive up to $100 for getting both vaccinations

*Two doses of the mpox vaccine are the strongest protection. Maximize your protection against mpox and get your second dose of the vaccine. Even if you got your first dose a long time ago, you can still get the second dose.

 
 

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