The special Town Hall to be held at 6PM on July 27 at the West Hollywood City Council Chambers
Risk of monkeypox remains very low but Public Health encourages everyone to assess their own risk for monkeypox
The monkeypox virus is rarely fatal. Monkeypox can spread when a person has close, physical contact with a person infected with the virus
“Regardless of what term is used by WHO, monkeypox is a pandemic. …the effort at every level of government is failing to address it”
Topics will include a situational update, vaccine eligibility, & preventative measures. The town hall will also include a Q&A with residents
If LA county stays in CDC designated High Community Level for 2 consecutive weeks officials would implement a universal indoor masking
Public Health is offering the JYNNEOS vaccine in a targeted manner to reach individuals at higher risk of monkeypox
The new health order will apply to trains, buses, taxis and ride-hailing services, as well as airports, bus terminals and train stations
A new health order went into effect making indoor masking at most public settings no longer required for vaccinated & unvaccinated people
“California’s early and decisive measures to combat COVID-19 have saved countless lives throughout the pandemic"
