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Monkeypox Update
22 June 2022
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department of Health and Social Care
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The statement addresses the UK's response to the current monkeypox outbreak with an updated vaccination strategy.
Action Requested
UKHSA recommends a selective vaccine strategy, targeting high-risk groups such as gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men (GBMSM) at highest risk, and healthcare workers. NHS England will soon provide details on how eligible individuals can get vaccinated.
Key Facts
- The UK Health Security Agency published an updated vaccination strategy for the current monkeypox outbreak.
- Vaccination should be offered to GBMSM at highest risk of transmission.
- Targeted pre-exposure vaccination is recommended for high-risk healthcare workers.
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