Tattooing and body piercing have become increasingly common forms of personal expression, but the procedures also involve breaking the skin and therefore require proper hygiene and safety measures. Speaking in an exclusive interview with Zambian Business Times-ZBT Dr Chifumbe Mkandawire said practitioners do not necessarily have to be medical doctors or nurses, but should have appropriate training to understand the risks involved and safely carry out the procedures. He said such training should cover areas including anatomy, skin integrity, infection prevention, blood-borne pathogens, sterilisation, wound care and recognition of complications. Dr Mkandawire said the issue should not simply be about...
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