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Where to get vaccinated for mpox

Last updated: February 3, 2025

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A vaccine called Jynneos can prevent mpox. If you have had close contact with someone with mpox, or are at high risk for exposure, you should get vaccinated. People who already have symptoms of mpox (fever, rash, etc.) should not get vaccinated.

Get two doses of the vaccine at least 28 days apart. For the best protection, get your second dose even if it has been longer than 28 days since your first. If you’ve already received two doses, additional doses are not recommended at this time, except for certain people who work with orthopoxviruses in research or mpox diagnostic laboratories. You can check your vaccine record online.

Many providers across Colorado have no- or low-cost mpox vaccines for people who are uninsured or underinsured. Providers may ask you for an ID, insurance, or payment for the administration of the vaccine, but none of these are required to get vaccinated at clinics where free, publicly-funded vaccines are available.

Mpox vaccines are also available to providers through the commercial market, including many retail pharmacies. The cost of commercial Jynneos vaccine is covered by some health insurance plans, including Medicaid for people 18 years and older and Medicare Part D. If you have health insurance, call your insurance company to ask if your plan covers Jynneos.

Who should get vaccinated

People who have had close contact with someone with mpox or are at high risk of exposure can get vaccinated. Public health specifically recommends vaccination for:

  • Anyone who had close physical contact with someone who has mpox in the last 14 days.
  • Anyone who: 
    • Has multiple or anonymous sexual partners, or 
    • Has close physical contact with other people in a venue where anonymous or group sex may occur, or
    • Was diagnosed with gonorrhea or syphilis in the past six months, or
    • Is living with HIV, or
    • Is immunocompromised and anticipates potential mpox exposure, or
    • Already uses or is eligible for HIV PrEP (medication to prevent HIV, such as Truvada, Descovy, or Apretude), or
    • Has sex in exchange for money, shelter, food, and other goods or needs.
  • Anyone identified by public health as a known high-risk contact of someone who has mpox.
  • Anyone whose sexual partner identifies with any of the above.
  • Anyone who anticipates experiencing any of the above.
  • Some people who are traveling to areas with clade I mpox cases (see travel recommendations).

If you have questions about whether vaccination is right for you, talking with a health care provider can help you learn more. A conversation with a health care provider is not required to get vaccinated against mpox.

In October 2023, CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) added the Jynneos vaccine to the routine vaccination schedule for adults who are at increased risk of exposure to mpox.

The Jynneos vaccine is fully licensed for people 18 years of age and older, and available under Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for people under 18 years of age who are at high risk for mpox exposure.  

Some children may benefit from alternative options for post-exposure prophylaxis. Data shows that the Jynneos vaccine may not work well to protect infants under the age of 6 months from mpox. In these cases, public health will consult with CDC and the child’s primary care provider to discuss available options.

Travel recommendations

For all travelers to areas with clade I mpox cases:

  • Review the CDC Travel Health Notice for Central and Eastern Africa  before traveling. 
  • Consider getting vaccinated against mpox. Mpox vaccination is now recommended for people, regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation, who anticipate the following sexual activities during travel to countries with ongoing person-to-person transmission of clade I mpox
    • Sex with a new partner
    • Sex at a commercial sex venue (e.g., sex club or bathhouse)
    • Sex in exchange for money, goods, drugs, or other trade
    • Sex in association with a large public event (e.g., rave, party, or festival)
  • CDC recommends that people who are eligible for vaccination receive two doses of the Jynneos vaccine for the best protection. The mpox vaccine series should be started at least six weeks before travel begins, since two doses should be given 28 days apart and it generally takes up to 14 more days for immunity to peak. People at risk of mpox who have only received one dose more than 28 days ago should receive a second dose as soon as possible. Jynneos vaccine is believed to protect against both mpox clades.
  • There are no specific mpox vaccination recommendations for travelers if they do not have sexual risk factors.

Find an mpox vaccine

Mobile vaccine clinics

CDPHE’s Mobile Public Health Clinic Program  continues to offer mpox vaccines at community locations in Colorado. Click the links in the table below to make an appointment. Walk-ups will be accommodated as vaccine supply allows. These mpox clinics might also offer additional vaccines. Ask about additional vaccines at your appointment.

CDPHE-hosted clinics can vaccinate eligible people aged 15 years and older. Parents and guardians of children younger than 15 years who may need to be vaccinated should contact their health care provider or local public health agency. Parental/guardian consent is required to administer the Jynneos vaccine to anyone under the age of 18 years. In addition to parental/guardian consent, minors aged 15 to 17 must also sign an agreement to receive the vaccine at CDPHE-hosted clinics.

Wednesday, February 5, 2025

10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Mt. Carmel Veteran Center - Pueblo
1008 Minnequa Ave., Pueblo, CO 81004

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Friday, February 7, 2025

Noon-2 p.m.

Senior Support Services
846 E 18th Ave., Denver, CO 80218

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Monday, February 10, 2025

11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Purple Mountain Recovery
3225 Austin Bluffs Pkwy, # 100, Colorado Springs, CO 80918

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Saturday, February 15, 2025

8 a.m.-Noon

SLV AHEC Sacred Heart Clinic
715 4th St., Alamosa, CO 81101

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Pharmacies

Many pharmacy locations across Colorado have commercial mpox vaccines on hand, including CVS and Walgreens. Contact your local pharmacy to learn more.

Vaccine provider map

In addition to CDPHE, several providers across Colorado have low- and no-cost mpox vaccines for uninsured and underinsured adults aged 19 years and older. Click the pins on the map below for more information about a provider, or scroll down to view a list of providers by county. Mpox vaccine providers might also offer additional vaccines. Contact the providers to learn more.

Search for a vaccine provider by county

Click on the name of your county to jump to providers with mpox vaccines for uninsured and underinsured adults in that county.

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