Flea-borne typhus infections occur year-round in areas of Los Angeles and Orange counties, but cases tend to peak during late ...

Flea-borne typhus is a bacterial disease transmitted to humans through infected fleas, which are typically found on animals ...

The bacterial disease is spread to humans by fleas carried by wild animals and is not transmitted from person to person.

There have been localized outbreaks near Bixby Park and Junipero Beach, but cases have also been reported citywide, a Health Department official said.

Though it has long been said that “General Winter” defeated the French, the failure of Napoleon’s invasion of Russia had ...

Long Beach health officials report a rise in flea-borne typhus cases, with 20 confirmed as of July 31, 2025. The city may ...

Health officials in Long Beach are urging residents to take steps to reduce flea exposure and protect public health after ...

At least 20 typhus cases have been recorded as of July 31, putting the city on track to break a 2021 record of 28 cases.

Long Beach, California reports an increase in flea-borne typhus cases and urges residents to take preventative measures.

Cases of flea-borne typhus in Long Beach have surged above last year’s level, putting the city on pace for a possible record number of infections and prompting warnings Monday for residents to take ...