Mpox Response
¸Û°Ä±¦µä is committed to the health and well-being of our College community. As such, the Health Office at ¸Û°Ä±¦µä is closely monitoring the Mpox (formerly Monkeypox) Outbreak.
, Mpox is a rare disease that is similar to but milder than smallpox. may start within 3 weeks of exposure and usually last 2-4 weeks. Symptoms include:
- a rash that can look like pimples or blisters that appear on the face, mouth, hands, feet, chest, and genitals
- fever
- headache
- muscle aches
- swollen lymph nodes
- chills
- respiratory symptoms (e.g. sore throat, nasal congestion, cough)
through close or intimate contact with an infected individual; touching objects, fabrics or surfaces used by someone with Mpox; and respiratory secretions. Spread can also occur if scratched or bitten by an infected animal. All ¸Û°Ä±¦µäemployees and students should follow , including:
- Washing your hands often.
- Self-monitoring for symptoms, especially if exposed to someone with Mpox.
- Avoiding close or skin-to-skin contact with people who have a rash that looks like Mpox.
- Avoiding contact with objects and materials that a person with Mpox has used.
If you are concerned that you may have symptoms of Mpox, do not come to campus and avoid close contact with others. Contact your local primary care provider or call the Student Health Office at 516-572-7123. If you have been diagnosed with Mpox, please inform the Student Health Office.
The CDC has specific recommendations for individuals to be vaccinated, . If eligible, you can make an appointment with the to obtain a Mpox vaccine.
Any additional questions may be directed to HealthOffice@ncc.edu.
