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Once a form of rebellion hidden under your sleeve, tattoos are now so commonplace that almost half of U.S. adults ages 30 to 49 have at least one. But despite their growing popularity, there’s a lot scientists don’t know about how tattoos interact with the body. We asked experts about the risks. See New York Times article: "How Safe Are Tattoos?". 

Recent scientific research indicates that tattoo ink may have significant long-term effects on the immune system, potentially increasing the risk of certain cancers. See National Geographic article "What to know about the link between tattoo ink and cancer risk"