MPox: Protect Yourself

What are symptoms of MPox?

People with Mpox often get a rash that may be located on hands, feet, chest, face, or mouth or near the genitals, including penis, testicles, labia, and vagina, and anus. People may also have fever, chills, swollen lymph nodes, body aches, and headaches.

How is MPox transmitted?

Mpox can spread to anyone through close, personal, often skin-to-skin contact. This often occurs during intimate contact with someone who has MPox.

Who is most at risk?

Data suggest that individuals who identify as gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men comprise the majority of reported cases during this time period. However, anyone, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity, who has been in close, personal contact with someone who has Mpox is at risk.

How can I protect myself?

Reducing or avoiding behaviors that increase risk of Mpox exposure important. You can lower your risk and protect yourself by getting vaccinated against Mpox.
The Westchester County Department of Health Immunization Clinic provides vaccines free of charge to anyone who is at risk for recent or future exposure to Mpox. Search here for the CDC Mpox vaccine locator

For more information visit the CDC Mpox webpage