Vaccines and immunization for monkeypox: interim guidance, 24 August 2022

This interim guidance for vaccination to help stop the monkeypox outbreak is provided to support the global response to an evolving situation. For information on different vaccines that may be available, consult the background section which follows these recommendations. Smallpox and monkeypox vaccines are procured nearly exclusively for national government reserves and not available for commercial use. In this context, any decisions to use smallpox or monkeypox vaccines should occur in consultation with national health authorities.