"Rising Concerns Over Hazardous IV Treatments at Unlicensed Med Spas"
The rapid growth of the med spa industry, now worth $15 billion, has led to increased reports of severe infections and complications from unregulated IV drips and injections. Patients like Bea Amma have suffered from drug-resistant infections after receiving treatments from unlicensed workers using unapproved products in unsanitary conditions. The FDA has issued warnings about unauthorized fat-dissolving shots causing severe infections and skin deformities. With little federal oversight, the industry varies by state regulations, often poorly enforced. Experts urge consumers to thoroughly vet med spas and their staff before undergoing treatments to ensure safety and proper credentials.