An infection with mpox (monkeypox) can lead to skin changes such as blisters or pustules, trigger flu-like symptoms such as fever and chills and cause pain, bleeding and inflammation in the genital and anal area. Mpox is transmitted by close contact. You can find more information on the clinical picture on the page for mpox. 

The vaccination consists of several injections at staggered intervals. Learn more about the benefits, risks, side-effects and costs from a healthcare professional.

Who should get vaccinated?

The mpox vaccination can be administered preventively or up to two weeks after contact with mpox. It is recommended for adults over the age of 18 who are at high risk of mpox. In individual cases, however, it is also useful for younger people.  

How is the vaccine administered?

Two vaccinations at least 28 days apart are recommended for people who have not previously been vaccinated against smallpox and people with an immunodeficiency. 

For people who have already been vaccinated against smallpox – in Switzerland children were vaccinated until 1972 – only one dose of vaccine is recommended.

A booster vaccination is recommended after two years if there is still a risk of mpox.

How much does it cost?

The costs of the vaccination are covered by health insurance, after franchise and deductible.