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Fredericktown Schools Address Rising Alpha-Gal Syndrome Cases

10/3/2025

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Story summary

The Fredericktown School District reports 17 students with Alpha-gal syndrome, higher than peers.
The district is implementing precautions, including special meal plans and parent communications.
Alpha-gal syndrome, linked to Lone Star tick bites, causes mammal-product allergies with hives and GI issues 3-6 hours after exposure.
The district bans potentially allergic foods on buses and allows students to carry needed medications.

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Story summary

The Fredericktown School District reports 17 students with Alpha-gal syndrome, higher than peers.
The district is implementing precautions, including special meal plans and parent communications.
Alpha-gal syndrome, linked to Lone Star tick bites, causes mammal-product allergies with hives and GI issues 3-6 hours after exposure.
The district bans potentially allergic foods on buses and allows students to carry needed medications.