Event Brief
Health officials warn of flea-borne typhus in Pico Union
Filed: Jul 31, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET
Summary: LA County Public Health is investigating a flea-borne typhus outbreak and urging residents to reduce exposure risks.
WHO: Los Angeles County Department of Public Health
WHAT: Investigation and public warning about a flea-borne typhus outbreak
WHEN: Jul 31, 2026 at 10:00 AM ET
WHERE: Pico Union, Los Angeles, CA
WHY: Health officials are responding to a reported flea-borne typhus outbreak linked to flea exposure.
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