Monkeypox Update

Durham Region Health Department is hosting a limited number of vaccination clinics for at-risk populations.

Based on the Ontario Ministry of Health's guidelines, vaccination with the Imvamune® vaccine is intended for individuals 18 years and older who are:

1. Two-spirit, non-binary, transgender cisgender, intersex, or gender-queer individuals who self-identify or have sexual partners who self-identify as belonging to the gay, bisexual, pansexual and other men who have sex with men (gbMSM) community AND at least one of the following:
   
   
   • Had a confirmed sexually transmitted infection within the last year.
   • Have or are planning to have two or more sexual partners or are in a relationship where at least one of the partners may have other sexual partners.
   • Have attended venues for sexual contact (e.g., bathhouses, sex clubs) recently or may be planning to, or who work/volunteer in these settings.
   • Have had anonymous sex (e.g., using hookup apps recently or may be planning to.
   • Are a sexual contact of an individual who engages in sex work.
     
     
2. Self-identifying as engaging in sex work or are planning to.

Second dose eligibility

Based on the Ontario Ministry of Health's guidelines, second doses of the Imvamune® vaccine are intended for individuals 18 years and older who meet the eligibility criteria above. Imvamune® vaccine should be offered with at least 28 days between first and second doses for individuals currently eligible.

Durham Health Connection Line is open Monday to Friday,
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency, please hang up and dial 911.