Student Health and Wellness Center
Contact
AUCC Student Health and Wellness Center
455 Lee Street SW
Third Floor, Ste. 300A
Atlanta, GA 30310
Tel: (404) 756-1241
Fax: (404) 756-1237
Email: shwcrequests@msm.edu
Hours
Mon: 8am-8pm
Tues: 8am-5pm
Wed: 8am-8pm
Thurs: 8am-5pm
Fri: 8am-5pm
Sat: 10am-1pm (2nd floor)
Sun: closed
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Monkeypox Advisory
About Monkeypox
Monkeypox is a virus that can cause flu-like symptoms and a rash. Human-to-human transmission of monkeypox virus occurs by direct contact with lesions, infected body fluids, touching objects, fabrics (clothing, bedding, or towels), and surfaces that have been used by someone with monkeypox, or from exposure to respiratory secretions during prolonged face-to-face contact. Reports of human-to-human transmission include close contact with a person with monkeypox symptoms. A person is considered to be infectious until all scabs separate and a fresh layer of skin is formed.
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Testing
Testing for people with monkeypox symptoms is available at SHWC and our providers can promptly diagnose and manage suspected and confirmed cases as well as provide guidance for exposed contacts. Schedule a same-day appointment through the Patient Portal or by calling (404) 756-1241.
Prevention and Risk Reduction
Individuals can minimize their risk for exposure by:
- Asking sexual partners whether they have a rash or other symptoms of monkeypox.
- Avoiding skin-to-skin contact with someone who has a rash or other monkeypox symptoms and those diagnosed with monkeypox.
- Not sharing bedding, towels, clothing, utensils, or cups with a person with monkeypox.
- Wash your hands often with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer
Students should reach out to the SHWC if exposed or experiencing symptoms.
If you would like to speak with someone to discuss your concerns around exposure risks and prevention strategies, please call the Georgia Department of Public Health at 866-PUB-HLTH (866-782-4584) or SHWC at (404) 756-1241 to speak with a medical provider.
Vaccination
The Monkeypox vaccine is available at the SHWC. Vaccination may be recommended for people who are close personal contacts of people with monkeypox virus, individuals who may have been exposed to monkeypox, or people who have increased risk of being exposed to the virus.
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