Mpox

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What is mpox?

Mpox is a disease caused by infection with the monkeypox virus. Since May 2022, there has been a multi-country outbreak of mpox which has mostly impacted men who have sex with men. Learn more at https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/mpox

Accessing vaccination

Mpox vaccine is available in the Grampians region. If you’re eligible you can get the vaccination now. If you have had your first dose, you can now get your second dose. Check if you are eligible here.

The following Grampians Region clinics keep the vaccine in stock and are taking bookings for mpox vaccination. Your regular GP can also order the mpox vaccine—please ask them if you're interested.

Several clinics in Melbourne and regional Victoria are also offering vaccination.

If you need to discuss another option, please contact the GPHU on 1300 988 909 or phu@gh.org.au.

Spread and symptoms

Mpox can be spread from person-to-person through skin-to-skin contact, contact with contaminated surfaces or objects, and respiratory droplets.

Symptoms can include a rash, fever, chills, muscle aches, backache, swollen lymph nodes, sore throat and exhaustion. Proctitis or urethritis can also occur. Learn more about mpox symptoms.

The Victorian Department of Health and the Australian Government Department of Health have created mpox resources that you can share with your communities.

Download the resources below and discover more at health.gov.au

Webinar

The Grampians Public Health Unit and Tiny Pride are pleased to make available the recording of the 'Mpox 101' webinar, which took place on Tuesday 10th September 2024. In this webinar, Dr. Juliana Betts from the Grampians Public Health Unit breaks down everything you need to know about mpox.

Watch at https://my.gh.org.au/mpox101recording for answers to Frequently Asked Questions, prevention tips, and information on where you can access the mpox vaccine locally.

Better Health Channel Mpox (monkeypox) - Better Health Channel
Thorne Harbour Health (if MSM / sexual contact) MPOX (Monkeypox) | Thorne Harbour Health
Information on household preventative measures (cleaning, hygiene etc) Mpox (monkeypox): guidance - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk
The Victorian Department of Health Facebook page post regularly. Follow them for updates regarding mpox.