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Galveston at center of new CDC study on resurgence of flea-borne typhus
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Julianna Washburn, Galveston County Bureau , Texas Public Radio (TPR) - News
· July 23, 2026
· 1 min read
Infected fleas can be carried by rats, opossums, cats and dogs. Experts say the disease is commonly found in stray cats, but domestic cats can carry it, too, which is why they recommend flea prevention in pets.
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Key takeaway Experts say the disease is commonly found in stray cats, but domestic cats can carry it, too, which is why they recommend flea prevention in pets.
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Published: July 23, 2026 ·
Source: Texas Public Radio (TPR) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Infected fleas can be carried by rats, opossums, cats and dogs. Experts say the disease is commonly found in stray cats, but domestic cats can carry it, too, which is why they recommend flea prevention in pets.
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