MPV vaccines, treatments, and tests are now available at our community health center.
MPV, which is also known as monkeypox, is a rare virus that spreads through skin-to-skin contact. Cases are typically mild and usually resolve on their own within two to four weeks. This is not a new illness, but an outbreak is happening across North America.
You can now get MPV testing, vaccines, and treatments at SIHB.
Testing
We offer MPV testing at our International District, Lake City, and Pioneer Square Clinics. If you are concerned about possible MPV symptoms or exposure, you are welcome to call (206) 324–9360 and schedule an appointment for testing.
Vaccination
MPV vaccines are available at our International District Clinic only. Because the MPV vaccine supply is very limited, only certain high-risk groups are currently recommended to get vaccinated. At our clinic, the vaccine is recommended for the following groups identified by the Washington State Department of Health:
- Gay and bisexual men and transgender individuals who have had multiple or anonymous gay, male bisexual, or transgender sex partners in the last 3 months.
- People who have used methamphetamine in the last 3 months.
- People who have exchanged sex for money, drugs, or other purposes in the past 3 months.
- People who have been sexually assaulted, regardless of gender or sexual orientation.
- People who have had sexual contact or prolonged skin-to-skin exposure with people who were exposed to MPV.
- People who are known contacts of a person with MPV identified by public health, as well as presumed contacts who either report that a sex partner in the past 14 days was diagnosed with MPV, or who report multiple sex partners in the past 14 days in a area with known MPV.
If you are interested in MPV vaccination, please call (206) 324–9360 ext. 2020 and leave a message with your number. A nurse will return your call and ask some questions to assess eligibility, answer your questions, and schedule a vaccine appointment.
Treatment
If you are experiencing any of the MPV symptoms above, call (206) 324–9360 ext. 2020 and leave a message with your number. A nurse will return your call and ask some questions to assess eligibility, answer your questions, and schedule an appointment for treatment.
For more information about MPV, please visit our MPV FAQ.