After an increase in mpox cases in 2024, the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) has reviewed the evidence on the need for booster doses of the mpox vaccine for protection against mpox and provided and interim statement.
People recommended by the Australian Immunisation Handbook to receive the mpox vaccine who received the first dose more than 28 days ago should receive their second dose as soon as possible to maximise protection against mpox.
Eligibility for the WA Government-funded mpox vaccine has been expanded to include people living with HIV, if at risk of Mpox exposure, as well as their sexual partners, to reflect the these recommendations.
Currently, ATAGI does not recommend booster doses of the mpox vaccine for people fully vaccinated with two doses, including those who are severely immunocompromised.
A complete list of all eligible persons and where to get the mpox vaccine is available at the WA Health website.