Mpox is a disease caused by infection with the mpox virus, which is part of the same family of viruses that cause smallpox. The virus can cause flu-like symptoms, swollen lymph nodes, muscle aches, and a rash that may be located on hands, feet, chest, face, or mouth, or near genitals. If you have symptoms of mpox, contact your doctor immediately.

Mpox Prevention Steps

• Get vaccinated!
• Learn steps you can take to lower your risk of mpox during sex or at a social gathering.
• Avoid close, skin-to-skin contact with people who have a rash that looks like mpox.
• Avoid contact with animals where mpox occurs regularly.
• Avoid contact with objects and materials that a person with mpox has used. 
• Wash your hands often with soap and water. 

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Mpox Vaccine

The Jynneos vaccine is a 2-dose vaccine recommended for prevention of mpox. Individuals should receive both doses of the vaccine for the best protection. You should get two doses 4 weeks apart. Even if it has been longer than 4 weeks since you got the first vaccine dose, you should get the second dose as soon as possible.

• CDC's recommendations for who should get the vaccine to protect against mpox. 

Mpox Vaccine Clinics

Vaccine appointments can be made with the Somerset County Department of Health. Please call (908) 231-7155 or email for more information. Find a mpox vaccine clinic near you: NJ mpox vaccine locations

General Information

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