There has recently been an increase in monkeypox cases within the UK, however the risk of catching it remains low. Monkeypox can affect anyone; however the majority of monkeypox cases in the UK continue to be in gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men (MSM), with the infection being passed on mainly through close contact between people in interconnected sexual networks. Therefore, these groups in particular are advised to be aware of the symptoms, especially any new rashes or lesions on any part of their body. If you have symptoms of monkeypox please contact a sexual health service or call NHS 111. For more information, please visit nhs.uk.
21A Craven Road
Reading
RG1 5AN
Phone: 0118 322 7202
Update 2nd August 2022: apologies due to the large volume of phonecalls we are receiving and the increased demand due to monkeypox there may be a delay in answering your phonecall. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
If you are enquiring about the smallpox vaccine in line with the UKHSA current response to Monkeypox in the UK. We are in the process of contacting patients for when we receive the next vaccine supply. We currently have no vaccine supply available. Please refer to this page for further update.
Following your arrival, please be aware that you may not be called through in arrival order as there are often different clinics running at the same time and some patients may have appointments for these clinics.
All services are free and there are no prescription charges.
Please note, we endeavor to see everyone, however, if demand is high for any particular clinic we may ask you to return for the next clinic.