Social Media Toolkit
The following resources developed to support mpox recommendations can be downloaded or printed. The social media messages can be used for Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram.
Follow CDC on social media for additional content:
Social Media Content
Click an image to download it. The copy samples can be used for Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram posts. Keep in mind that URLs do not become active links when used on Instagram. To direct Instagram users to an external website, add the link to your bio and let your followers know to click the link in your bio for more information.
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Mpox is spreading in the United States. You can protect yourself and others by learning about #mpox: https://bit.ly/3BtsfjB
Lo que necesitas saber
La viruela símica o del mono se está propagando en los Estados Unidos. Puedes protegerte y proteger a los demás al informarte sobre la #ViruelaSímica: https://bit.ly/3DuOBT8
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#mpox can cause a painful, itchy rash on various parts of the body that looks like sores or blisters. Common symptoms include fever, chills, swollen lymph nodes, muscle aches and backache, exhaustion, headache, and respiratory symptoms. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3D48eRT
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#DYK? People with #mpox may experience all or only a few symptoms. Mpox illness typically lasts 2-4 weeks. If you have a new or unexplained rash or other symptoms, contact a healthcare provider to get checked out. https://bit.ly/3D48eRT
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Learn about #mpox symptoms, how it spreads, and how to prevent getting mpox. Visit: https://bit.ly/3Q5Bc6Z
5 cosas que debes saber sobre la viruela símica o del mono
Infórmate sobre los síntomas de la viruela símica o del mono, cómo se propaga y qué hacer si la contraes. Visita: https://bit.ly/3DuOBT8
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#mpox is a serious disease. It can be painful, and people can be contagious for weeks. Protect yourself and your community by learning how to prevent mpox: https://bit.ly/3RBuRSk
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If you were exposed to #mpox, talk to a healthcare provider about the mpox vaccine and monitor your health for symptoms. If you develop a rash, avoid close contact, including sex with anyone until you see a healthcare provider. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3RRSSnH
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Intradermal administration of the JYNNEOS vaccine allows providers to administer up to five separate doses from a single vial. This method will help us protect more people from getting #mpox with our existing supply of vaccines. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3L3lSqz
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#mpox can spread through close, sustained physical contact. Consider how much skin-to-skin contact is likely to occur at any event you plan to attend. Here’s how you can protect yourself and others before, during, and after an event: https://bit.ly/3AKvJg1
¿Planea asistir a un festival o evento?
La viruela símica o del mono puede propagarse a través del contacto físico cercano y continuo. Considera cuánto contacto cercano de piel a piel es probable que ocurra en el evento al que piensas ir. Mira aquí cómo te puedes proteger a ti y a los demás: https://bit.ly/3eivjpx
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#mpox can cause a rash that may look like pimples or blisters, sometimes with respiratory symptoms. Learn what to do if you have a new or unexplained rash or other symptoms: https://bit.ly/3ArxzSO.
Ejemplos visuales de sarpullido por viruela símica o del mono
La viruela símica o del mono puede causar un sarpullido que puede verse como granos o ampollas, a veces con síntomas respiratorios. Infórmate sobre qué hacer si tienes un sarpullido o síntomas nuevos o sin causa aparente: https://bit.ly/3S0ZCzM
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Steps to prevent #mpox:
🚫 Avoid close, skin-to-skin contact with people who have a rash that looks like mpox.
🚫 Do not handle or touch bedding, towels, or clothing of a person with mpox.
✔️ Wash hands often.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/3HpRDbh
Qué hacer y no hacer para prevenir contraer la viruela símica o del mono
Cómo prevenir la #viruela símica o del mono
🚫 Evita el contacto de piel a piel con alguien que tenga un sarpullido similar al de la viruela del mono.
🚫 No toques la ropa de cama, toallas o ropa de alguien con viruela del mono.
✔️ Lávate las manos a menudo.
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#mpox can spread to anyone through close, personal contact. Avoid skin-to-skin contact with people who have a rash that looks like mpox.
Learn other steps you can take to prevent mpox: https://bit.ly/3ANQvg5
Tome estas medidas para prevenir contraer la viruela símica o del mono
La viruela símica o del mono puede propagarse a cualquier persona por el contacto cercano personal. Evita el contacto de piel a piel con alguien que tenga un sarpullido similar al de la viruela del mono. Averigua qué más puedes hacer para prevenirla: https://bit.ly/3Ljrehk
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Teens and young adults: Learn about #mpox, and what to do if you think you might have it. https://bit.ly/3KlFmpI
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Regardless of race, gender identity, or sexual orientation, anyone who has been in close, personal contact with someone who has #mpox is at risk. You can reduce your risk by following recommended prevention steps. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3RBuRSk
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Watch this video to learn five things sexually active people need to know about #mpox. https://bit.ly/3PSsSY3