Mpox

Mpox is a viral infection that spreads through close skin-to-skin contact, including sex.

Mpox Vaccination

Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself against mpox.

Key facts:

You need 2 doses at least 28 days apart for full protection.
If your first dose was more than 12 months ago, you can still get your second dose now.
The mpox vaccine is free for everyone and you don't need Medicare.

Use the Emen8 map to find an mpox vaccination provider anywhere in Australia.

You can book an appointment for an mpox vaccine in Melbourne at our PRONTO! and Centre Clinic services.

Get answers to the most commonly asked questions about mpox.

Mpox spreads through close physical contact with someone who has the virus – especially through sexual contact.

The virus can be passed on though:

Most people with mpox have a mild illness and recover within a few weeks without specific treatment.

Mpox often starts with flu-like symptoms such as:

Before progresing to symptoms such as:

Rashes or lesions (on the face, arms, legs, inside the mouth and around the genitals or anus)
Proctitis (inflammation of the rectum)
Increased or constant need to go to the toilet
Sore throat and/or mouth ulcers

The time from exposure to symptoms is usually 7 to 14 days, but it can be as short as 1–2 days or as long as 21 days.

No. The vaccine is free for everyone, and you don't need a Medicare card.