The Brief
- Los Angeles County has reached a record 220 flea-borne typhus cases this year, with a concerning 90% hospitalization rate.
- Outbreaks are confirmed in Santa Monica, Willowbrook, and Central City, surpassing the 187 cases reported in 2024.
- Health officials urge residents to treat pets for fleas and clear wildlife attractants to curb the spread of the disease.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY, Calif. – Los Angeles County is grappling with an unprecedented surge in flea-borne typhus, as health officials report an all-time high in infections and a staggering rate of severe illness.
Residents are being urged to take immediate preventative measures as localized outbreaks expand across the region.
What we know:…