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Podcast: Science Quickly
Episode: How a Tick Bite Can Make You Allergic to Meat
Description: A tick bite can trigger a rare allergy to red meat and animal products, forcing major lifestyle changes. Scientist Lee Haines joins host Rachel Feltman to break down what causes alpha-gal syndrome, why it’s spreading and how to spot the signs.
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