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Mpox vax safe, studies show

Monday, December 19, 2022 by Tai Moses

A recent report from the Centers for Disease Control on the JYNNEOS mpox (monkeypox) vaccine, shows that the shot “is not only safe for those who get it, but also very effective at preventing infection.” Approximately 1 million people in the United States have gotten the vaccine and besides “short-term swelling, redness and pain around the injection site, people reported no major side effects.” Find out more about mpox vaccine eligibility and and schedule a free vaccination in Austin here.

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