The New York Times: How to Protect Yourself From Alpha-Gal Syndrome

"How to Protect Yourself From Alpha-Gal Syndrome" — The New York Times, July 2026

A practical, expert-driven guide to understanding and protecting against alpha-gal syndrome as lone star ticks continue to expand their range. Drawing on researchers from Tufts, Columbia, UNC, and the Mayo Clinic, the piece covers where lone star ticks are established and where risk is highest, how their aggressive behavior differs from other tick species, what to do if you encounter a tick bomb, how alpha-gal is diagnosed and why a positive antibody test doesn't always mean you have the syndrome, and what treatment and management options are currently available. A useful reference for anyone living in or visiting tick-prone areas like Martha's Vineyard.

Read the article here.