Hospitals in the UK are seeing a rise in patients with infections linked to poorly regulated tattoo inks. A recent report from the Royal College of Surgeons recommends stricter checks on tattoo safety, especially before operations where skin healing is critical.
Doctors warn that unlicensed parlors often use cheap, unverified inks that can complicate recovery. The NHS is now considering nationwide guidelines to ensure tattoos don’t pose hidden health risks.
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