Piercing is generally safe when performed using safe piercing practices in a clean, professional setting. Hygiene is key, unclean equipment can lead to serious infections, including Hepatitis B, ...

When Bella Ramos, 25, who identifies as nonbinary, had their eyebrow piercing develop complications a few months after getting it pierced for the first time, they decided to do more research into safe ...

Body piercings have become a mainstream form of self-expression, adorning ears, noses, and navels with various dazzling jewelry. However, getting a piercing involves puncturing the skin and creating a ...

NILES, MI — A Berrien County tattoo and piercing parlor has been shut down by the county health department until further notice over concerns of possible blood-borne pathogens being transmitted. After ...

NILES, Mich. (WOOD) — Berrien County officials say customers at a Niles piercing facility may have been exposed to other clients’ blood. The Berrien County Health Department says it has identified ...

It is important to be aware of who is performing body piercings in the community and under what conditions (Armstrong, 1996). Many jurisdictions do not regulate body modification practices. Depending ...

Specialty body piercing studio redefines safe and clean piercing practices in Hunterdon County. Diamond Heart Studios located on Route 31 in Flemington, recently opened providing residents with a ...