Spokane's tattoo scene is rich with unique artists and shops, and these places are where we suggest you go for new ink.

People put a lot of thought into getting a tattoo -- the design they desire, the location they prefer and the message their body art will send to others. Most don't think about the impact their ...

Tattoos may be linked to an increased risk of cancer, according to a new study. Researchers at the University of South Denmark and the University of Helsinki have found tattoo ink may increase the ...

Traditional Japanese tattoos are recognised for their elaborate designs, bold lines, and brilliant colours. Traditional Japanese tattoos are not only ornamental but also have profound cultural and ...

Danish twin study found people with large tattoos (bigger than palm-sized) had 2.73 times higher rate of developing lymphoma and 2.37 times higher rate of skin cancer Tattoo ink particles migrate ...

The researchers are particularly concerned that tattoo ink may trigger chronic inflammation in the lymph nodes, which over time could lead to abnormal cell growth and an increased risk of cancer.

Tattoos are no longer taboo. One in every three Americans now has at least one tattoo. As getting inked becomes more common, potential risks and side effects are being more intensely scrutinized.