Monkeypox is becoming more of a health problem in New York, reporting at least 175 cases of the infected virus.
Monkeypox is a rare viral infection that does not usually result in serious illness.
Symptoms include rashes, bumps or blisters, as well as flu-like symptoms.
It is also spread through close, physical contact and contact with clothing such as bedding. In rare cases, it can be fatal.
There are a limited number of vaccines for monkeypox. Last week, the state received nearly 9,000 doses from federal health officials.
The governor is asking for more because the state accounts for more than 14% of confirmed monkeypox cases nationwide, with the majority of cases in New York City.
The state appears to be targeting areas that expect their population to grow in the coming weeks, with places like the summer tourist season, Saratoga County.
Many cases center around men having sex with men. Health officials say that it seems that those people are most vulnerable at this time.
That message has raised concerns among some LGBTQ advocates, who believe the state lacks public education. They are calling for a more inclusive language.
State health leaders say the focus needs to be on getting limited supplies of vaccines to those most at risk.