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By now you’ve probably heard about Monkeypox.

With cases rising there are a few things we should clear up.

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Who’s at risk of catching Monkeypox?
Anyone can be affected, regardless of sex, religion, race, gender or sexual orientation.

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It is mainly transmitted through direct close contact with an infected person. It can also be contracted through contact with contaminated objects, face-to-face contact with contaminated respiratory droplets, from infected animals and placenta to fetus.

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In Canada, anyone that is considered at risk or that is suspected to have been exposed to the virus can get a monkeypox vaccine.

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If you suspect you might have been in contact with someone infected with monkeypox you should get tested. You can still receive the vaccine within 4 days of your last exposure.

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If you catch Monkeypox and live with others you should maintain good hand hygiene and respiratory etiquette.

Clean and disinfect high-touch surfaces, avoid sharing items, wash your laundry separately, cover your rash if possible and open the windows.

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Take care of yourself. Monkeypox is generally mild and self-limited, but some individuals can become very sick and deaths have been reported.

Let us know what other questions you have about monkeypox. We’re here to help!

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