Florida reports first presumptive monkeypox case in the state

The first presumptive case of monkeypox has been reported in Florida, according to the Florida Department of Health.

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FDOH officials reported Sunday that the presumptive case was found in an international traveler in Broward County.

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Health officials said the person is being isolated and people with possible exposure are being notified.

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Officials said clusters of monkeypox cases have been reported globally since May 14.

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention sent out a health advisory May 20 regarding recent cases of monkeypox in the U.S.

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