Abstract-
According to Jane Buxton, MD, of the British Columbia Center for Disease Control in Vancouver, and colleagues; Systematic reviews and meta-analysis of 124 published studies from 30 countries, found that people with tattoos were almost three times more likely to have hepatitis C as those without tattoos. Diseases such as hepatitis B, tuberculosis and HIV. Skin infections are also common from tattoos. Many of these causes are due to unhealthy conditions not only in the tattoo establishments; but in homes where many people are doing tattoos as side work from home without being regulated or licensed. It’s shocking that no precautions are taken on the matter, such as a mandatory Tetanus shot before you get your tattoo or even a health exam shortly after receiving your tattoo, to lower the risk of diseases spreading, if any may be present at the time.
Statement of Issue-
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention have put some procedures in place to control some of these diseases and skin infections that can be spread through tattooing. There are not enough though, many could be put into place and make a difference right away. Many of these regulations can be easily put into place, which would also ensure the safety of the customers. Tattoos from home, and really small businesses are becoming more and more popular in light of not only the cost for tattoos constantly rising, but the convenience of getting it from home. The people that do side work from home are not making sure that the home is contaminated and meets health regulations. This poses huge threats to those receiving the tattoos.
Statement of Writer’s Position-
Since tattoo instruments come in contact with blood and bodily fluids, infection is possible if instruments are used on more than one person without being sterilized or without proper hygiene, the researchers noted. Additionally, tattoo dyes are not kept in