Guyana's Health Minister, Dr. Frank Anthony, said only people considered high-risk would be eligible for the monkeypox vaccine when it arrives in the country next month.
Guyana is expected to receive its first set of Imvamune vaccines for the viral infection by the end of September from Canada, through the Pan American Health Organisation (PAHO).
Imvamune protects against orthopoxvirus infections such as monkeypox and smallpox.
Speaking yesterday during his COVID-19 update, Dr Anthony explained that individuals who have been exposed to the virus will be the first to be vaccinated.
Dr Anthony has urged residents to take the necessary precautions to protect themselves against the virus.
Currently, there are roughly 45,000 monkeypox cases and 13 deaths in some 96 countries.
Guyana recorded its first case earlier this week.
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