Reports cite a flea-borne typhus outbreak in Los Angeles. Should Indiana be concerned? What is flea-bourne typhus? Symptoms, treatments and more.

Often confused with the flu, flea-borne typhus has seen a steady increase in the last five years in Texas, and the disease can make people sick. Fleas found on rats, opossums, cats and dogs can ...

These days, there's an overwhelming number of products to prevent parasites in pets. How do I know which one to choose?

Presence of flea dirt: Fleas move quickly through your pets’ fur, so it’s usually easier to look for flea dirt, which is flea ...

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif. (KABC) -- Public health advisories have been posted near the intersection of Slater Avenue and Magnolia Street in Fountain Valley after a case of flea-borne typhus was detected ...

Golden retriever lying down in a garden - Mgstudyo/Getty Images If you have cats or dogs, there is nothing worse than signs of a flea infestation. The bites appear on your legs, your furry friend ...

Pet owners are being urged to protect themselves and their pets after the city experienced a record number of cases of the ...

“Flea-borne typhus can cause serious illness, but it is preventable with simple steps,” said Muntu Davis, a Los Angeles County health officer.

Fleas are a year-round problem in the South, both indoors and out. “They’re carried into your yard by wildlife such as squirrels, raccoons, opossums, mice, and deer,” says Eric Benson, PhD, professor ...

In Texas, flea and tick season never takes a break. Thanks to the warm climate, these pesky parasites can thrive all year long, turning your pet into a potential target. But don’t worry — there are ...