Tattoos may significantly increase cancer risk, study finds

A new study has raised concerns about the health risks of tattoos. Researchers found that people with tattoos have a 62% higher risk of developing cancer compared to those without. This risk increases significantly for larger tattoos. Specifically, the risk of skin cancer jumps by 137% for tattoos larger than the palm. Additionally, people with tattoos face a 173% higher chance of developing lymphoma, a type of blood cancer. This is linked to particles from tattoo ink accumulating in the body. The study highlights issues with tattoo ink, particularly black ink, which contains a substance that may cause cancer. Colored inks may also present risks due to harmful compounds that can form when exposed to sunlight. As tattoo popularity rises, the findings urge individuals to consider the risks associated with tattoo inks. Many people, especially younger generations, are getting tattoos, making awareness of health risks all the more important.