A citizen of Gay Twitter™ just shot down the latest monkeybox vaccine conspiracy theory as only a citizen of Gay Twitter™ could.
Long story short: Apparently, there are people who believe the government is only encouraging MSM to get vaccinated so it could keep track of them for some unknown, deeply sinister reason.
Related: As monkeypox cases rise, New York opens three mass vaccination centers
Obviously, this is bullsh*t. MSM are being encouraged to get vaccinated because that is the community that has, so far, been most affected by the virus. But there is zero evidence to suggest it will remain confined to any one group.
In fact, it’s extremely common for a virus outbreak to start in one community before spreading to the greater population.
Related: He loved his Florida trip. Then the monkeypox blisters appeared.
“People think the government is using the monkeypox vax info to create a registry of gay people,” Twitter user @oomfmagazine tweeted this week. “Sweetie you’re on Grindr, Scruff, AND Sniffies you do not have to worry about your name ending up on a list of f words.”
People think the government is using the monkeypox vax info to create a registry of gay people… sweetie you’re on Grindr, Scruff, AND Sniffies you do not have to worry about your name ending up on a list of f words
— oomf magazine (@oomfmagazine) July 26, 2022
We would add that if you stream Drag Race at home, follow Colton Haynes on Instagram, or read Queerty, you’re also probably on that fictional list.
Now, some responses…
Spotify top 5 artists it’s all they need
— Latinomuse (@Latinomuse) July 26, 2022
The ‘suggested friends’ lists on my social media alone suggest that all the data they have on me is 💅 https://t.co/bOM0fc3CmN
— Regina Vanderslut (@RVanderslut) July 26, 2022
People will believe anything about mass vaccination programs except that they’re legitimately trying to help you
— Dylan Fabas (@fabasaurusrex) July 26, 2022
I know those conspiracy theorists arent gay or know any gay people because they clearly are unfamiliar with Z72.52 for PrEP… https://t.co/rBJD5O1iex
— JYNNEOS from the block (@kholerakardash) July 26, 2022
fire island atlantis cruise year round pass
— pillow princess (@brattyboochie) July 26, 2022
On a serious note: As on Tuesday, July 26, 2022 the total confirmed number of monkeypox cases in the United States was 3,591. You can stay up-to-date on the spread in your area by checking this CDC map, which tracks cases by state.
At present, there are two types of smallpox vaccines being used to combat monkeypox. Past data suggests they are both up to 85% effective, although the CDC says there’s no data on the effectiveness of either vaccine for the current outbreak.
Vaccines have been in short supply, but the Department of Health and Human Services said 786,000 additional doses are prepared for shipment and will be deployed in the U.S. by the end of the month.
Related: TikToker who shared monkeypox ordeal updates followers on his condition
Mister P
Look for the repugnants to defund/decimate the CDC and put the biggest morons in charge of public health policy.
Public health is serious business and is not a popularity contest. Another reason not to vote for them even if they do complain about pronouns.
ShiningSex
most conspiracy theories are bs and most that believe them are idiots.
next!
ffxv
I finally got around to reading about the vaccines on the CDC website. I think one had warnings for folks who are hiv positive. Im really just on here to parrot that we should check the CDC to see which one we should get if only 1 is being offfered in your area. and discuss with your doctor too
Fahd
It’s a disgrace how little of the vaccine is available in the most populous state, California, right now, and from what I’ve read, nobody really knows if/when adequate supplies are coming.
People should be writing their political representatives at least. This is inexcusable neglect by the public health authorities.
bachy
My doctor told me that anyone who has received a smallpox vaccine in childhood is at least partially protected.
Doug
This rumor reminds me of the kind of logic Marjorie Taylor Greene uses in her tweets. It’s amazing how so many obviously bored people are obsessed with creating conspiracies.
JJinAus
There are so many utterly stupid people who think that their tedious moronic lives are interesting to “THE GOVERNMENT”. Listen here, they barely have enough money to catch serious threats.
LumpyPillows
Bingo.
ralphb
According to the CDC website, I’m not so sure if you were vaccinated in your childhood, that the smallpox vaccine is still good.
“Revaccination After Exposure
Persons exposed to monkeypox virus and who have not received the smallpox vaccine within the last 3 years, should consider getting vaccinated.
The sooner the person receives the vaccine, the more effective it will be in protecting against monkeypox virus.”
LumpyPillows
I’m simply ancient. I got the small pox vaccine last century. Here’s hoping that old prick is still good for something. Monkey pox is ugly.
michel_banen
This is why monogamy rules.