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.
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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.
