Stop the Spread of Mpox

Monkeypox Rash

Mpox symptoms

Seeking Care for Mpox? Please call 1-800-TRICARE

Mpox is a rare disease caused by infection with the mpox virus. The CDC and MHS are tracking an outbreak of mpox that has spread across several countries that don’t normally report mpox, including the United States. Health care providers are on alert for patients who have rash illnesses consistent with mpox. If you have a new or unexplained rash, ...

CDC recommends vaccination for people who have been exposed to mpox and people who may be more likely to get mpox. People more likely to get mpox include: People identified by public health officials as a contact of someone with mpox, People who are aware that one of their sexual partners has been diagnosed with mpox recently, People who had multiple ...

If at risk, get vaccinated

There are several steps to take to prevent getting or spreading mpox. Avoid sexual contact, kissing or other intimate contact with people who have visible sores. Avoid contact with animals that could carry the virus. Avoid contact with any materials, such as bedding, which have been in contact with a sick animal or person. Separate infected patients ...