Mpox Vaccination Melbourne

The JYNNEOS mpox vaccination provides protection against mpox (formerly monkeypox), an infectious disease that can cause painful skin lesions, fever, and swollen lymph nodes. Vaccination is available at no additional cost in Australia for people at higher risk of mpox, primarily men who have sex with men, people on HIV prevention, and other individuals identified as being at increased risk by their healthcare provider. Mpox Vaccine Melbourne is available by telehealth from our Specialist GP.

The vaccination schedule consists of two doses given four weeks apart. Full protection develops approximately two weeks after the second dose. Even a single dose provides some level of protection, which is important for people who may be at imminent risk. Your Specialist GP will assess your eligibility and discuss the benefits of vaccination during your consultation.

Mpox is primarily transmitted through close skin-to-skin contact, including sexual contact. While anyone can contract mpox, the majority of cases in recent outbreaks have occurred among men who have sex with men. Vaccination is the most effective prevention strategy alongside awareness of symptoms and avoiding contact with people who have active mpox lesions.

Side effects of the JYNNEOS vaccination are generally mild and similar to other vaccinations. Common reactions include soreness, redness, or swelling at the injection site, fatigue, headache, and muscle aches. These typically resolve within a few days. Serious adverse events are very rare. It uses a non-replicating virus platform and cannot cause mpox infection.

The $149 consultation fee covers the clinical assessment, eligibility determination, and vaccination. Vaccination itself is provided at no additional cost for eligible individuals under the National Immunisation Program. The second dose is scheduled four weeks later — the follow-up administration fee will be discussed at your first appointment.

Vaccination is one of the most effective tools in preventive medicine. The vaccinations offered at Clinic365 have undergone extensive clinical trials and are approved by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) for use in Australia. They are recommended by the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) and are included in the National Immunisation Program where applicable. Your Specialist GP will discuss the vaccination schedule, expected side effects, and any contraindications relevant to your individual health profile before administering any vaccination.

Common side effects of vaccination are generally mild and short-lived, including soreness at the injection site, mild headache, fatigue, and low-grade fever. Serious adverse reactions are extremely rare. After vaccination, you will be asked to remain at the clinic for a brief observation period. Your GP will provide aftercare instructions and advise on the timing of any follow-up doses required. A vaccination record will be updated on the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) and is accessible through your Medicare account or the MyGov app.

Vaccination is available at our East Melbourne clinic during standard opening hours. No referral is needed — you can book directly with Clinic365 online. Your Specialist GP will review your vaccination history, assess eligibility for funded or subsidised programs, and administer vaccination during your appointment. If multiple doses are required, follow-up appointments will be scheduled at the appropriate intervals. A record of your vaccination is automatically uploaded to the Australian Immunisation Register and accessible through your Medicare account.