Homeless encampment at center of health alert over rat-borne disease

[Health](https://www.foxnews.com/health) Homeless encampment at center of health alert over rat-borne disease Berkeley health officials warn leptospirosis detected in rats and dogs poses serious risk to humans  By [Melissa Rudy](//www.foxnews.com/person/r/melissa-rudy) [Fox News](https://www.foxnews.com/) Published [January 15, 2026 12:59pm EST](https://www.foxnews.com/html-sitemap/2026/january/15) * Flipboard [](#)[close](#) [ Video](https://www.foxnews.com/video/6371866478112) #### [New study links increased bacteria exposure to early-onset colon cancer](https://www.foxnews.com/video/6371866478112) Gastroenterologist Dr. Joseph Salhab joins 'Fox & Friends' to examine a new study on the effects of pathogenic gut bacteria and tips for limiting exposure to harmful bacteria. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! encampment in Berkeley, California. L... --- *Note: This is a summarized excerpt. Click the source link above to read the full story.*