Published Oct 1, 2024
Ep 153 Alpha-Gal Syndrome: A tick bite gone bad
Explore the mysterious alpha-gal syndrome, a red meat allergy triggered by tick bites, as hosts Erin Updyke and Erin Welsh delve into its discovery, rising prevalence, and the unique genetic and evolutionary aspects that challenge traditional allergy understanding, highlighting its connections with environmental changes and potential impacts on immunity and medical research.

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