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In France, the fight against monkey pox continues. With the opening of the first vaccinodrome in Paris, the objective is to significantly increase the volume of vaccinations.
The first Parisian vaccinodrome opens its doors. It is located at the Edison health center, in the 13th arrondissement. Eventually, 200 people will be able to get vaccinated against monkeypox every day. In France, several dedicated sites already welcome volunteers for vaccination. This is the case in Rouen and Nice.
Fever, muscle pain, appearance of skin lesions… Here is specific symptoms of monkeypox. Contamination occurs through contact with these pustules. The disease does not kill but prevention is strongly recommended. Todaytoday, the disease mainly affects men homosexuals in 98% of cases identified. According to the General Directorate of Health, in France, only 42,000 doses would currently be available. Insufficient for many associations like Act Up. 17,000 cases have been identified worldwide, including 1,700 in France.
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