“A new global mpox vaccine stockpile is set to begin operations later this month, creating a long-term mechanism to help ensure that countries facing mpox outbreaks have rapid and equitable access to vaccines.

Like existing global emergency stockpiles for yellow fever, meningitis, Ebola and cholera vaccines, the mpox stockpile will be available to any country that needs it. However, because supplies are limited and must be distributed equitably, it is designed primarily for emergency outbreak response.

Countries eligible for Gavi support receive stockpiled vaccines free of charge. Wealthier countries can access the stockpile just as quickly, but these countries must subsequently reimburse the cost of the vaccines.”

From Gavi.