April 27, 2024
Three contracted HIV after ‘vampire facials’ in New Mexico
The CDC urges people to make sure of these things before getting a vampire facial. — Impact Medical Cosmetics A cosmetic treatment referred to as a “vampire face” is considered a cheaper and less invasive alternative to a facelift. However, according to a new report, the procedure can pose a significant health risk if performed in unsanitary conditions. Earlier this week, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reported that three women likely contracted the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) after receiving vampire facials at an unlicensed spa in New Mexico. These cases are the first known cases of transmission of the
