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Council Member Schulman questions DOHMH on MPox (monkeypox) cases and response
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Council Member Lynn Schulman engages in a Q&A session with DOHMH officials, including Acting Commissioner Michelle Morse and Deputy Commissioner Dr. Celia Quinn, about the current state of MPox (monkeypox) cases in New York City and the department's efforts to contain and treat the virus. The discussion covers recent case numbers, vaccination efforts, and ongoing preventive measures.
- As of May 8, 2025, 37 people in New York City have tested positive for Mpox, with 17 cases reported from April 6 to May 3.
- DOHMH continues to offer free or reduced-cost Mpox vaccinations and provides counseling and education through sexual health clinics.
- The department investigates every reported case of Mpox and offers post-exposure prophylaxis to those who were exposed.