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    • In August 2022, a suspected case of monkeypox (MPX) was reported in an infant in Florida.
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    Observation:

    • This case represents the youngest confirmed monkeypox infection in Florida to date.
    • The Florida Department of Health (FDOH) initiated an epidemiologic investigation upon notification.

    Findings:

    • The investigation focused on the confirmed monkeypox case in a very young infant.
    • Public health actions were implemented in response to the case.

    Implications:

    • Highlights the importance of recognizing monkeypox symptoms in infants.
    • Informs public health strategies for managing pediatric monkeypox cases.
    • Emphasizes the need for continued surveillance of emerging infectious diseases in vulnerable populations.