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North Carolina’s Tattoo Safety Push | Raleigh News

North Carolina’s new tattoo safety push is here to protect you—because even cool ink shouldn’t come with hidden health risks. With Bill 760, the state’s cracking down on a big loophole: no mandatory training for artists on blood-borne pathogens like Hepatitis B, C, and HIV. Without it, artists might not know how to prevent cross-contamination, putting clients and even their loved ones in danger. So how do you find a safe studio? Look for places that proudly list trained artists, and when you visit, sniff out cleanliness: sterile needles, fresh ink, gloves, gowns, and frequent handwashing. If…

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