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Tattoos may carry hidden health risks, including potential links to cancer and chronic immune activation, but they also offer psychological benefits like increased self-esteem and body autonomy. The episode unpacks the science behind tattoo ink’s journey in the body and weighs real risks
Tattoos may carry hidden health risks, including potential links to cancer and chronic immune activation, but they also offer psychological benefits like increased self-esteem and body autonomy. The episode unpacks the science behind tattoo ink’s journey in the body and weighs real risks
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Guest
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Dr. Santiago González
narrative on Science Vs
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Books, people, and resources mentioned in this episode.
People
Wendy ZukermanRose RimlerBlythe TerrellDr. Santiago GonzálezDr. Christel NielsenProf. Viren Swami
Research & Papers
Swedish National Cancer Registry study on tattoos and cancer risk
Topics
EpidemiologyInvestigative JournalismLong Form JournalismMental HealthResearchScientific MethodVaccines
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