Mpox Strain Severity Found in Los Angeles County
- * Second Doses: Peopel who only received one dose of the mpox vaccine can get their second dose regardless of how much time has passed since the first.
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* Second Doses: Peopel who only received one dose of the mpox vaccine can get their second dose regardless of how much time has passed since the first.
* Vaccine Availability: The vaccine is widely available at pharmacies like Walgreens and CVS, and locations can be found through Bavarian Nordic (the manufacturer) or the L.A. County Department of public Health.
* who is Eligible:
* People at higher risk for mpox (including recent exposure).
* Gay and bisexual men, transgender/nonbinary/gender-diverse people.
* People with HIV, or taking preventative HIV medication.
* Travelers to sub-Saharan Africa or areas with Clade I mpox outbreaks.
* People attending commercial sex events/venues.
* People with partners at higher risk.
* Anyone who requests the vaccine.
* People with occupational risks (like certain lab workers).
* Source: The information comes from the L.A. County Department of Public Health and is reported by the Los Angeles Times.