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The global monkeypox outbreak is occurring primarily in gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men. For the general public, the current risk of contracting monkeypox remains very low.
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The action does not indicate that San Diegans are at higher risk of contracting the virus, but it is meant to reassure the public that local health authorities are proactively working to stay ahead of any challenges that may arise.
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The system allows County health officials to send real-time information about monkeypox in the region. To sign up to receive the messages, text COSD MONKEYPOX to 468-311.
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All appointments are filled for the July 28 and 29 monkeypox vaccination events. If you have a scheduled appointment and have questions or if you are looking for general info about precautions, symptoms, etc. please call 2-1-1.
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County health officials are encouraging gay, bisexual and transgender men who have sex with men to abstain or practice safer sex to avoid getting and spreading the monkeypox virus.
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The County of San Diego Health and Human Services Agency has identified an additional probable case of hMPXV, also known as human monkeypox, bringing the total probable case count in the region to three.
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The County of San Diego Health and Human Services Agency has identified two probable cases of monkeypox, that must be verified by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
