Up Next
Back to Show
PBS News Hour
How lack of regulation for tattoo ink puts Americans at risk
Nearly one in three Americans surveyed this summer said they have at least one tattoo, according to the Pew Research Center. But while tattoo artists are required to have a license in all 50 states and the District of Columbia, tattoo ink is totally unregulated in the United States. Dr. Thomas Rohrer, a dermatologic surgeon, joins John Yang to discuss the associated health risks.
Sign up now for inspiring and thought-provoking media delivered straight to your inbox.
Support Provided By

56:45
June 9, 2025 - PBS News Hour full episode

24:09
June 8, 2025 - PBS News Weekend full episode
24:09
June 7, 2025 - PBS News Weekend full episode

57:46
June 6, 2025 - PBS News Hour full episode

57:46
June 5, 2025 - PBS News Hour full episode

57:46
June 4, 2025 - PBS News Hour full episode

57:46
June 3, 2025 - PBS News Hour full episode

57:46
June 2, 2025 - PBS News Hour full episode

24:09
June 1, 2025 - PBS News Weekend full episode

24:09
May 31, 2025 - PBS News Weekend full episode

56:34
May 30, 2025 - PBS News Hour full episode

57:46
May 29, 2025 - PBS News Hour full episode