A bill that would add the condition commonly known as the red meat allergy to the state’s list of reportable diseases and conditions is now headed to the governor’s desk for final consideration.
Senate Bill 1644, authored by Rep. Cynthia Roe, R-Lindsay, would require health care providers and laboratories to report suspected cases of alpha-gal syndrome and add the condition to the Oklahoma State Department of Health’s list of reportable diseases and conditions.
"Because symptoms can vary widely and there is no single definitive test, it is important we capture suspected cases across the state to improve awareness and prevention," Roe said. "By tracking alpha-gal syndrome in Oklahoma, we can better inform the public and help reduce future cases through early detection."
