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  • La viruela del mono es una enfermedad causada por el virus de la viruela del mono.
  • No se propaga fácilmente entre las personas y suele ocurrir a través de contacto físico o íntimo (piel con piel) prolongado con una persona infectada.
  • Si desarrolla síntomas, debe buscar atención médica y hacerse una prueba, y limitar su contacto con otras personas hasta que obtenga el resultado de la prueba.
  • La vacuna contra la viruela del mono está ampliamente disponible en Victoria y, si usted cumple los requisitos, ya se puede vacunar.
  • Las personas que hayan recibido la primera dosis hace al menos 28 días deben recibir la segunda.
  • Para las personas que reúnan los requisitos la vacunación es gratuita por medio de las clínicas de salud sexual y servicios sanitarios.

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Reviewed on: 30-08-2024