Mpox

Mpox is a viral disease that spreads through close, personal, often skin-to-skin contact.

Visit the BCCDC Mpox page for more information.

If you have symptoms of mpox, do not go to a vaccine clinic. Find a clinic for testing through SmartSexResource.

Mpox vaccine

The mpox vaccine is available to people at higher risk. To see who is eligible and learn more about vaccination, visit the BCCDC Mpox page.

People who are eligible can book a first or second dose through:

Health units do not accept drop-ins.

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