Lake McMurtry

The red meat allergy people develop after a tick bite is becoming more common in Oklahoma. The latest CDC data poses many questions about why lone star ticks are most often to blame and why some people are less susceptible to an allergic reaction. (Photo by Shutterstock.)

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Don’t skip the bug spray: Alpha-gal cases are climbing

Oklahoma State University Extension specialists say residents should remain diligent in preventing tick bites as the alpha-gal allergy emerges as a serious health concern in Oklahoma and the southeastern United States. Read More