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First Death Reported From Tick Borne Allergy: Here's What Happened

Shutterstock Image The first death related to a tick-borne allergy has been reported. A New Jersey airline pilot died after developing alpha-gal syndrome. The tick bite creates an allergy to red meat. Read More

JetBlue Pilot Died Of Rare Tick-Borne Meat Allergy, Report Says: These Were His Symptoms

For more than a year, Brian Waitzel's sudden death has remained a mystery. But this week, his family finally has answers. According to the New York Times, he 47-year-old Wall Township father of three ... Read More

First death linked to red meat allergy triggered by tick bites, researchers say

The 47-year-old man, who was not identified, had two severe reactions hours after eating beef in the summer of 2024. Read More

First death reported from meat allergy caused by tick bite

After months of investigation, researchers confirmed that a New Jersey man died of a tickborne allergy called alpha-gal syndrome after eating a hamburger. Read More

Illinois Confirms First Case of Rare Tick-Borne Powassan Virus

small dangerous insects ticks caught in a test tube for research in the laboratory to detect the disease Illinois has confirmed its first Powassan virus case in a resident who became seriously ill The ... Read More

Illinois Confirms First Case of Rare Tick-Borne Powassan Virus

The virus, spread by ticks, can cause brain swelling or meningitis in severe cases There is no specific treatment. Prevention and tick checks remain the best defense, experts say. WEDNESDAY, Sept. 24, ... Read More

Illinois Confirms First Case of Rare Tick-Borne Powassan Virus

The virus, spread by ticks, can cause brain swelling or meningitis in severe cases There is no specific treatment. Prevention and tick checks remain the best defense, experts say. Read More