Mpox (Monkeypox) vaccinations are now available

Vaccinations are now available for people at high-risk of contracting mpox (monkeypox).

Mpox (monkeypox) is a disease caused by infection with the Mpox virus. It does not easily spread between people, as it usually requires prolonged physical or intimate (skin-to-skin) contact with an infectious person.

Monash Health’s South East Public Health Unit is continuing to work with health partners in the south east of Melbourne to deliver free vaccinations to people at high-risk of contracting mpox (monkeypox).

Mobile/pop-up vaccination clinics

Access Health

Where

31 Grey Street,
St Kilda

When

Monday 19 December 2022
11am – 3pm

More information

Pop-in, no booking required.

Glen Eira General Practice Respiratory Clinic

Where

89-91 Murrumbeena Rd,
Murrumbeena

When

Tuesday 13 December 2022
12pm – 4pm

More information

Pop-in, no booking required.

Dandenong Palm Plaza

Where

Palm Plaza Dandenong,
McCrae Street Dandenong
(near the Dandenong market)

When

  • Tuesday 7 February, 10am – 4pm
  • Saturday 11 February, 2pm – 6pm

More information

Monash University

Where

University Health Services,
Room G65 (Located in Campus Centre)

When

  • Thursday 9 February, 10am – 4pm
  • Tuesday 14 February, 10am – 4pm
  • Thursday 16 February, 10am – 4pm

More information

Victorian Pride Centre

Where

79/81 Fitzroy St,
St Kilda

The mpox (monkeypox) vaccination clinic will be in the Monash Health Gender Clinic on Level 3.

When

  • Saturday 4 February, 12pm – 4pm
  • Sunday 5 February, 10am – 4pm

More information

A booking is required for this clinic.

Please click here to complete the online form.

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Vaccination sites

Prahran Town Hall – Star Health

Where

180 Greville Street, Prahran

When

  • Tuesday, 10am – 4pm
  • Thursday, 12.30pm – 6.30pm
  • Saturday, 10am – 4pm

Clinic booking information

Pop-in, no booking required.

Monash Health Immunisation

Where

Suite 1, Jessie Macpherson
246 Clayton Road, Clayton

When

Monday – Friday, 8.30am – 3.45pm

Clinic booking information

Open for referrals

Please send referrals to immunisation@monashhealth.org.

Mediclinic Clayton

Where

Unit 25, 14-26 Audsley Street
Clayton South

When

Mondays ONLY, 12pm – 5pm

Clinic booking information

Click here to book online or call (03) 9544 1555

Medicare required for bulk billing or fees will apply

Cranbourne West Medical Centre

Where

Cranbourne West Shopping Centre
Shop S15, 19 Strathlea Drive
Cranbourne West

When

Wednesdays ONLY, 9am – 4pm

Clinic booking information

Click here to book online or call (03) 7017 5932

Medicare required for bulk billing or fees will apply

Alfred Health Vaccination Clinic

Where

The Alfred
541 St Kilda Road, Melbourne
(At the side of The Alfred’s Commercial Road campus)

When

  • Wednesday – AM only
  • Friday – AM only

Clinic booking information

Open for referrals

Appointment required:
specialistimmunisationservice@alfred.org.au

Peninsula Health Clinic

Where

Frankston Hospital
Hastings Road, Frankston

When

Appointment required:
CovidTherapy@phcn.vic.gov.au

Clinic booking information

Open for referrals

Appointment required:
CovidTherapy@phcn.vic.gov.au

Important information

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Learn more about mpox (monkeypox)

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Information about the JYNNEOS vaccine for mpox (monkeypox)

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Information about Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)

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Am I eligible for the mpox (monkeypox) vaccine?

Frequently Asked Questions

What do I need to get vaccinated? 

You will need a current Medicare card or IHI number, and the vaccine doses will be recorded on the Australian Immunisation Register. If you require further information about the IHI (Individual Healthcare Identifier) number, please click here.

Who is eligible for vaccination?

Vaccination access is limited to people who meet any of the following eligibility criteria:

  • Gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men (GBMSM) at increased risk of mpox (monkeypox) infection. Including:
    • Those living with HIV.
    • A recent history of multiple sexual partners, participating in group sex, or attending sex on premises venues.
    • Other proxy markers, such as recent sexually transmitted infection or those being advised to take HIV PrEP due to number of sexual partners. Whilst many people prescribed HIV PrEP are monogamous with a HIV positive partner, this category can also capture those with multiple partners who are at high risk.
    • Recommendation from other service providers, such as sexual health clinics.
    • Sex workers, particularly those whose clients are in high-risk categories listed above.
  • Anyone in the above high-risk categories who is planning travel to a country experiencing a significant outbreak, with vaccination recommended 4-6 weeks prior to departure.
  • Anyone at greater risk of a poor clinical outcome from mpox (monkeypox) infection, such as individuals with immunocompromise.

How can my organisation host a pop-up vaccination?

Monash Health is operating a mobile vaccination service. If you would like the team to attend a site or event, please email communityengagement@monashhealth.org and include site details, parking options, and information to help us understand the community’s needs.

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