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First fatality from alpha-gal allergy highlights its deadly potential—delayed meat reactions can be life-threatening.

Stories involving alpha-gal syndrome

First Death Linked to Tick-Induced Meat Allergy

A 47-year-old airline pilot in New Jersey died in 2024 after severe allergic reactions to red meat, caused by alpha-gal syndrome from tick bites. This is the first documented fatality, highlighting rising cases as tick populations expand and awareness increases.