Healthscore 120·2 metrosupdated 2h ago
Tick-Borne Alpha-Gal Syndrome Spreading Across the U.S.
Alpha-gal syndrome, a tick-borne illness causing severe allergies to red meat, is on the rise in the U.S., with cases spreading to new regions. The CDC estimates that around 500,000 Americans may be affected, with numbers likely higher due to expanded definitions of the illness.
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Local coverage
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Alpha-Gal Syndrome: A Rising Tick-Borne Allergy Threatening Red Meat Consumption
Tick-Borne Alpha-Gal Syndrome Spreading Across the U.S.
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Alpha-Gal Syndrome: A Growing Tick-Borne Allergy Threatening Red Meat Consumers
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