Communicating About Monkeypox
Resources to help STD programs, clinics, and professionals communicate about monkeypox without advancing stigma.
Communications Tools
Monkeypox: Get the Facts – Printable PDF Info Sheet
A CDC-developed, printable fact sheet with basic information about monkeypox.
Social Gatherings, Safer Sex and Monkeypox – Printable PDF Info Sheet
A CDC-developed guide to safer sex and social events such as raves or parties.
Summer 2022 Health Tips for Gay and Bisexual Men Palm Card for Print – Printable PDF with Crop Marks
Palm card for Pride and other events, formatted for professional printing.
Summer 2022 Health Tips for Gay and Bisexual Men Palm Card – Printable PDF
Palm card for Pride and other events, formatted for in-house printing.
Event Organizer Template – Word Template
A customizable letter template for event organizers and venues to inform attendees about health and safety precautions.
Building Healthy Online Communities Monkeypox Alert
Health information on monkeypox designed for men who have sex with men. Available in both English and Spanish.
IDSA Fact Sheet for the Public
Fact sheet provided by the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA).
Communications Planning Tools
Health Equity Guiding Principles for Inclusive Communication
STD programs should be careful not to promote homophobic or racist narratives in communicating about monkeypox.
Reducing Stigma in Communication and Community Engagement
Tips for creating communication tools without perpetuating stigma.