Mpox (Monkeypox)

Mpox is a rare contagious disease caused by the mpox virus. Most people have mild illness and recover without treatment. Mpox symptoms include a rash, fever, chills, headache, muscle and back aches and swollen lymph nodes. Mpox is rarely fatal. Anyone who believes they are ill with mpox should contact their doctor. 

Mpox Vaccine

Anyone who lives in Virginia and believes they may be at risk of having an exposure to mpox and are interested in the mpox post-exposure vaccine should complete the screening form at the link below. Once the information has been reviewed by a public health nurse, the Health Department will contact you. Your information and survey response will only be reviewed by authorized individuals at the Health Department.

• Mpox Vaccine Screening Form

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) does not recommend widespread vaccination for mpox at this time. The Health Department has received a small amount of vaccine from the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) and will provide more information as additional vaccine supplies become available.

Learn More About Mpox

Individuals who are at increased risk of exposure to mpox are encouraged to learn more about how the disease is spread, symptoms of the disease and how to prevent contracting it by visiting the CDC and VDH websites.

• CDC: Mpox Prevention and Lowering Your Risk
• VDH: Mpox in Virginia 

For More Information

Anyone who has questions or would like more information about mpox may email the Health Department.