Update: The first monkeypox case has been identified in a Washtenaw County resident. The positive individual had recently traveled out of state, where they were exposed and developed symptoms. There are no close contacts (exposures) associated with this case in Washtenaw County. The confirmed case is currently isolating out of state and does not pose a risk to the public. For more information visit https://bit.ly/3OoE4uu or washtenaw.org/monkeypox
Edit: There are vaccines for monkeypox. Vaccines can be given to prevent illness. If someone has already been exposed, getting a monkeypox vaccine within 4 days can prevent the onset of disease. Getting vaccinated between 4-14 days after exposure may reduce symptoms of the disease.
Vaccine supplies are currently very limited in Michigan. Because of this, vaccines are prioritized for those who have been exposed. The vaccine being used in Michigan is the Jynneos vaccine.
Talk to your doctor or call the health department right away if you have been exposed. Your health care provider can help you decide if you should get a vaccine, if available. As more doses become available, vaccine availability may expand to people who may be at high risk of exposure based on their number of sex partners and/or attendance at venues with recent cases, or other factors. We will share vaccine updates here as we have them.
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