The Grey Bruce Health Unit will be vaccinating eligible individuals against monkeypox during by-appointment clinics, set to begin this week.

Officials say while the risk of acquiring monkeypox in Grey-Bruce remains low, Public Health is closely monitoring the multi-country outbreak and employing efforts – such as scheduled vaccination clinics – to help prevent the virus’s spread.

“Imvamune, a Health Canada-approved, third-generation vaccine, is a safe and highly effective way to protect people from monkeypox. Public Health is pleased to be holding clinics to ensure this vaccine is available and accessible to all eligible, high-risk individuals in Grey-Bruce,” says Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Ian Arra.

Monkeypox vaccine clinics will take place at the Grey Bruce Health Unit in Owen Sound Friday, Aug. 12th, and Wednesday, Aug. 24th. Clinics will then take place biweekly, on Wednesdays, until further notice.

Appointments are required and can be made by calling Public Health at 519-376-9420.