typhus

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His father died in an epidemic, likely of typhus.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Of the total number of cases in 2025, nearly 9 out of 10 people infected with typhus required hospitalization, according to public health officials.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Attention pet parents: Los Angeles County is reporting a record number of flea-borne typhus cases.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

It’s uncommon to die from flea-borne typhus, but it has occurred in Los Angeles County.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

“No, J.B. First he was Mother’s father, and then later he caught typhus and died.”

From "The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate" by Jacqueline Kelly