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'If only people knew what a tick could do'
Public awareness is rising regarding alpha-gal syndrome, a tick-borne condition that can cause life-threatening allergies to meat.
Alpha-Gal Syndrome
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Vineyard Tick Experts Attend Nation's First Alpha-Gal Conference
Medical experts and advocates are convening at the first national Alpha-Gal conference as awareness grows regarding tick-borne meat allergies.
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More people than thought may be at risk for red meat allergy caused by ticks
A surge in Lone Star tick activity across the U.S. is linked to a higher-than-expected prevalence of red meat allergies.
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What to know about alpha-gal syndrome, the life-threatening meat allergy caused by tick bites
Alpha-gal syndrome, a life-threatening meat allergy caused by tick bites, is seeing rising cases and geographic spread across the United States.