First Confirmed Death from Alpha-Gal Syndrome: Man Dies After Consuming Beef Burger

Nov 17, 2025 11:04 am CST

A 47-year-old man in the United States became the first documented fatality from alpha-gal syndrome after consuming a beef burger at a New Jersey barbecue. This rare tick-borne meat allergy triggers severe reactions to red meat, highlighting the importance of awareness and proper diagnosis of this potentially fatal condition. Researchers from UVAHealth confirmed this landmark case in a recent medical journal publication.