Thursday, August 9, 2007

Durham investigating possible health hazard at body art shop

A health department spokesperson said use of non-sterile equipment could lead to transmission of diseases such as Hepatitis B, C and HIV.

The business has been closed by Durham's health department. About 1,500 to 2,000 people visited the establishment in the close to nine-month period.While there is a low risk of infection, the health department recommended anyone that received service from the body art shop to avoid sharing clippers, razors, toothbrushes and other personal items.read more

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