Mpox Vaccine: What You Need to Know

Vaccination Recommendations

* The CDC recommends vaccination against mpox if you have known or suspected exposure to someone with mpox. * The vaccine should be given within four days of contact with someone who has mpox or within up to 14 days if there are no symptoms. * Mpox vaccine can be given as post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) to people with known or presumed exposure to monkeypox virus (MPXV).

Vaccine Information

* The vaccine used to prevent mpox is called Jynneos. * Jynneos is a live virus vaccine. * The vaccine is given as a series of two doses; the doses are typically given four weeks apart * The vaccine is safe and effective in preventing mpox.

Side Effects

* The most common side effects of Jynneos include: * Pain, redness, or swelling at the injection site * Headache * Muscle aches * Fatigue * Nausea * Serious side effects from Jynneos are rare but can include: * Allergic reactions * Guillain-Barré syndrome

Where to Get Vaccinated

* Jynneos is available at many local health departments and pharmacies. * You can find a list of locations where Jynneos is available on the CDC website.

For More Information

* [Mpox Vaccine Recommendations](https://www.cdc.gov/poxvirus/monkeypox/vaccines.html) * [CDC](https://www.cdc.gov/poxvirus/monkeypox/index.html) * [WHO](https://www.who.int/emergencies/disease-outbreak-news/item/monkeypox-multi-country-outbreak)

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