HIV Cases Linked to Unsanitary Cosmetic Procedures at New Mexico Spa

The articles report on a recent outbreak of HIV infections linked to "vampire facials" performed at an unlicensed spa in New Mexico. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, three women who received these treatments have been diagnosed with HIV. The procedure involves drawing a client's own blood, separating its components, and then injecting plasma into the face using tiny needles. It is believed that the spa reused disposable equipment intended for one-time use, which may have contributed to the transmission of the virus. This marks the first time that cosmetic procedures have been associated with an HIV outbreak.