NC red meat allergy cases are rising due to tick bites. Here’s what to know

North Carolina is seeing more cases of alpha-gal syndrome, a red meat allergy triggered by lone star tick bites. A prominent researcher points to growing tick populations and warmer weather as factors driving the increase.

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FULL STORY: North Carolina is seeing a rise in anaphylactic red meat allergies. Why?

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