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Matt Jacobs, a Queensland man, shares his struggle with alpha-gal syndrome, a tick-borne condition causing severe reactions to red meats and various products from mammals. His life drastically changed after diagnosis, leading to severe symptoms from cross-contamination and restaurant fumes. The condition recently claimed the life of a teenager in New South Wales, raising awareness and the need for medical training. Cases have surged by 40% annually since 2020, with southeast Queensland and northern New South Wales as major hotspots. Experts emphasize prevention, as theres no cure, and advocate for a nationwide awareness campaign.

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