L.A. County: Monkeypox Vaccine Eligibility Expanded

First Dose

Monkeypox vaccine is available to persons in the following high-risk groups:

1- Gay or bisexual men and transgender people who had:

• Multiple or anonymous sex partners in the past 14 days; or
• Skin-to-skin or intimate contact (e.g., kissing, hugging) with persons at large venues or events in the past 14 days.

2- Persons of any gender or sexual orientation who engaged in commercial and/or transactional sex in the past 14 days (e.g., sex in exchange for money, shelter, food, and other goods or needs).

For more information and to see if you qualify, visit this link.

Second Dose

Residents who received their first dose more than 28 days ago can receive their second dose now:

• Residents who received their first dose through their healthcare provider over 28 days ago should contact their provider to schedule an appointment.
• Residents who registered through the Public Health registration system and were vaccinated at a Public Health location will receive a second text message when their second dose is due with instructions on where to receive their second dose.

Those without access to the internet or needing help with registration, can call the Public Health Call Center at for more information on monkeypox, including general information, testing, treatment, and vaccines at (833) 540-0473. The Public Health Call Center is open 7 days a week 8:00 am – 8:30 pm.