Murine Typhus is caused by a bacterial germ that in New Zealand is spread by fleas from cats or rodents. Photo / 123RFMurine Typhus is caused by a bacterial germ that in New Zealand is spread by fleas from cats or rodents. Photo / 123RFA person living in Auckland's northwest region has likely been infected with a typhus disease that can be found in fleas living on pets. Murine Typhus is caused by a bacterial germ that in New Zealand is spread by fleas from cats or rodents. Three people northwest of Auckland, who were handling stray kittens they wanted to rehome, are suspected of catching a form of typhus.

Source: Stuff June 09, 2022 15:06 UTC