Just thinking about fleas is enough to make even the most seasoned pet owners feel itchy. But while fleas can show up practically anywhere, some places in the country are more likely to struggle with ...
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LA hit a record high for typhus cases last year. Why is the flea-borne disease so hard to eradicate?
L.A. County had its worst year on record for flea-borne typhus cases, reporting 220 cases in 2025. Experts say the disease is difficult to eradicate because humans, animals and vectors all play a part ...
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Typhus from fleas hits record level in LA.: Where the hot spots are and how to protect yourself
Attention pet parents: Los Angeles County is reporting a record number of flea-borne typhus cases. Public health officials are warning pet owners to take precautions for themselves and their ...
Health officials are warning residents to take precautions, including keeping pets up to date on flea medication, after a record number of flea-borne typhus cases were reported in Los Angeles County ...
Flea-borne typhus is a disease caused by bacteria spread to people through contact with infected fleas. The disease is most common in tropical and coastal areas, with most U.S. cases in California, ...
LA hit a record high for typhus cases last year. Why is the flea-borne disease so hard to eradicate?
This story is free to read because readers choose to support LAist. If you find value in independent local reporting, make a donation to power our newsroom today. L.A. County had its worst year on ...
This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. The number of typhus infections from fleas has hit a record high in L.A. County. Public health professionals say ...
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