The threat has remained largely theoretical ever since a spa in Alexandria, Va., brought the fishy foot treatments to U.S. shores in 2008 as a replacement for the razors typically used to scrape ...

FISH FOOT SPA MAY SPREAD HIV AND HEPATITIS: The hard selling trend of fish foot spa, which has spread across the world now, has left the doctors warning us about its potential health risks. Fish ...

Fish pedicures could spread HIV and hepatitis C, officials warned. People with diabetes, psoriasis or weakened immune systems are especially vulnerable and should never undergo the pampering craze ...

Fish foot spa pedicures could spread diseases such as HIV and hepatitis C, health experts have warned. The government’s Health Protection Agency said those with diabetes, psoriasis or a weak ...

ALEXANDRIA, Va. (AP) — Ready for the latest in spa pampering? Prepare to dunk your tootsies in a tank of water and let tiny carp nibble away. Fish pedicures are creating something of a splash in ...

Doctor fish foot spa SOCHI, Russia — A woman places her feet in a fish tank containing Garra Rufa fish, also known as doctor fish, during a fish pedicure treatment at a salon, in the Russian the ...

“Fish spa is not a medically recommended treatment for any chronic skin conditions. People are advised to rather opt for safer and more hygienic alternatives like chemical peels, scrubs or ...

Fish pedicures are a type of foot treatment that aims to give people soft skin. They are also known as fish spa treatments or ichthyotherapy. During the pedicure, ...