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Do you know who should be protected against the Mpox virus?  

Mpox causes mild illness and lesions in the genital, anorectal areas, or in the mouth. It is most commonly spread through prolonged skin-to-skin contact (physical or intimate) with someone who has mpox.  

Preventative measures include vaccination with the JYNNEOS vaccine. Correct vaccination includes 2 doses 28 days apart and is free within the state of Victoria for those who meet the criteria Mpox (monkey pox) immunisation providers | Better Health Channel. 

Read more - https://www.health.vic.gov.au/infectious-diseases/mpox-monkeypox 

Public health advice  

• Mpox is an urgent notifiable condition in Victoria. Medical practitioners must report any suspected or confirmed cases of Mpox to the Local Public Health Unit on 1300 651 160