Ink Under the Skin: Exploring the surprising health risks—and healing powers—of Tattoos

With nearly one-third of Americans sporting body ink and a booming $1.5 billion tattoo industry, tattoos have become more mainstream than ever. But behind the art lies a complex health conversation—from infection and allergic reactions to cancer risks and immune system responses. In this episode, we uncover what science, dermatologists, and paramedical tattoo artists are revealing about the true impact tattoos can have on your body—and how they’re also being used to heal both physically and emotionally.