How the aggressive lone star tick unleashed a hidden meat allergy on millions of Americans
- Posted on October 4, 2026
- By Los Angeles Times
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How the aggressive lone star tick unleashed a hidden meat allergy on millions of Americans
Once confined to the Southeast, aggressive lone star ticks have expanded across North America due to warming climates and growing deer populations. Their bites can transmit alpha-gal, a severe allergy to meat and dairy.