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How do we support BIPOC communities to access the monkeypox vaccine?

Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) are often greatly impacted during times of crisis and emergencies. SFDPH has been working with community partners to ensure equitable access to the monkeypox vaccine, Jynneos.

We still need your help to learn more on how we can improve vaccine access. Click the button below to take a brief survey about accessing the monkeypox vaccine. Share the link with your friends, and loved ones who are interested in the vaccine: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9HVCLQ8

Click Here to Take the Survey

FACTS About Monkeypox

Monkeypox is not a “gay disease”. Anyone can get and spread monkeypox no matter their age, race, ethnicity, gender identity, or sexual orientation. We must not stigmatize one group but rather support those who are at greatest risk, and all communities should remain vigilant.

Monkeypox is not a sexually transmitted disease (STD). It can spread from close skin-to-skin contact including during sex, as well as hugging, kissing, or sharing used items such as utensils, bedding, towels, and clothing with someone who has monkeypox.
Monkeypox is not a new disease. It has been around for many years and is common in some African countries. It is not common in the U.S., but we are now seeing it spread here and across the globe.
Monkeypox does not spread as easily as COVID. You cannot get monkeypox from walking by someone with monkeypox on the street or the sidewalk or at the grocery store. It is still important to wear a mask indoors and in crowded spaces to prevent transmission from prolonged close face-to-face contact.

Past Newsletters

Vaccine Delays (7/15/22)

How to have a hot summer while preventing monkeypox (7/22/22)

Self care: How to manage monkeypox infection (7/29/22)

PSA Video: Click & Share

Visit the SFGOV TV YouTube channel to watch and share other public service announcements and tiktok videos. Help us spread awareness about monkeypox and how to prevent it.

We encourage others to make their own videos. Below is a short script to get you started:

“Monkeypox cases are rising in SF, but the good news is you can protect yourself and others. Let’s work together to stop monkeypox! Visit sf.gov/monkeypox to learn more.”

SFDPH @ "Up Your Alley" - 7/31

The SFDPH Monkeypox Community Team at the 2022 "Up Your Alley" event on Sunday, July 31st. Flyers were passed out to educate attendees on how to prevent monkeypox and also included the sf.gov/monkeypox website. Banners were placed throughout the event with the campaign for "Let's Work Together to Stop Monkeypox."

Community Partner Spotlight

San Francisco AIDS Foundation

The San Francisco AIDS Foundation (SFAF) has been a vital partner in the efforts to stop the spread of monkeypox by offering testing and vaccinations for the local LGBTQ+ community. Recently, they established a telephone hotline for people to call with questions and concerns about symptoms or options for testing, treatment, and vaccination. The phone number is 628-212-8038, and people who do not have a health care provider can receive services at SFAF.

Upcoming Engagements

San Francisco Weekly Community Huddle

Every Friday at 12pm-1pm
SFDPH invites local CBOs and community groups to join a weekly huddle to improve awareness of DPH efforts on monkeypox, establish new partnerships, share current trends (as data is available), as well as create a forum that builds on community ideas, best practices, and needs.
Use this link to join every Friday at 12pm: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82854764143

*Email mpx@sfdph.org if you have ideas or topics you want to see included or if you have requests for information and presentations.*

Need Support?

We want to support our local communities in San Francisco. Email mpx@sfdph.org if you would like to request additional information or a presentation on monkeypox for your organization or community group (Se habla español). We are also taking requests for pop-up vaccination clinics in the community.

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How do we support BIPOC communities to access the monkeypox vaccine?

FACTS About Monkeypox

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