[Phanatic Luvr]

Tattoos don't really bother me. I find some as expressions of art, other's not so much. What does bother me however, are those who have those earrings which go through the earlobe and are as big as a quarter. They totally gross me out.

[CathyandSteveG]

Originally Posted by Phanatic Luvr

Tattoos don't really bother me. I find some as expressions of art, other's not so much. What does bother me however, are those who have those earrings which go through the earlobe and are as big as a quarter. They totally gross me out.

I admit when i see those the only thing i can think of is OUCH!!!!!!!

[Villager Joyce]

Originally Posted by CathyandSteveG

Wait 12 months after a tattoo if the tattoo was applied in a state that does not regulate tattoo facilities. Currently, the only states that DO NOT regulate tattoo facilities are: District of Columbia, Georgia, Idaho, Maryland, Massachusetts, Nevada, New Hampshire, New York, Pennsylvania, Utah and Wyoming. This requirement is related to concerns about hepatitis.

A tattoo is acceptable if the tattoo was applied by a state-regulated entity using sterile needles and ink that is not reused. Cosmetic tattoos applied in a licensed establishment in a regulated state using sterile needles and ink that is not reused is acceptable. You should discuss your particular situation with the health historian at the time of donation.

So how do you determine if the tattoo Of your server or whatever is in compliance. I don't have a tattoo,but I don't care if you do or not until it becomes a health issue. Then I care. I always remember the joke about the young lady who had a tattoo of a butterfly on her breast. later in life, it appeared to be a butterfly on her waistline.

[the square]

Want to give tattoos a test run for you and your whole family, grandkids included. Go to Tattly and see what a huge business this is..PS I have four real ones.

[graciegirl]

[CathyandSteveG]

Restaurant employees, hospital employees, daycare center employees...etc. are all periodically tested for hepatitis. If you have a server who has a tattoo...they have been tested for hepatitis and it was negative.

On the other hand....they may not have washed their hands after using the restroom....how do you know whether they did or did not? You TRUST that they did.

Life is full of uncertainties...we don't live in bubbles. I TRUST that my darling little hairdresser who has SEVERAL tattoos is NOT putting my life in jeopardy when she cuts and colors my hair. I do not have to approve of her lifestyle choices....she does a fine job on my hair.

[CathyandSteveG]

ohhh Gracie...that is just purrty! NOT!

[TheVillageChicken]

My tattoo is over fifty years old and there is of course, a story that goes with it, but I have scars that have much better stories.

[RedChariot]

Originally Posted by CathyandSteveG

For blood donations

Wait 12 months after a tattoo if the tattoo was applied in a state that does not regulate tattoo facilities. Currently, the only states that DO NOT regulate tattoo facilities are: District of Columbia, Georgia, Idaho, Maryland, Massachusetts, Nevada, New Hampshire, New York, Pennsylvania, Utah and Wyoming. This requirement is related to concerns about hepatitis.

A tattoo is acceptable if the tattoo was applied by a state-regulated entity using sterile needles and ink that is not reused. Cosmetic tattoos applied in a licensed establishment in a regulated state using sterile needles and ink that is not reused is acceptable. You should discuss your particular situation with the health historian at the time of donation.

Not just hepatitis (all types. Some can be deadly). Major concern is HIV.

[biker1]

Some establishments require that tattoos not be visible. This may require wearing long sleeve shirts. I believe visible tattoos can be a career limiter.

Originally Posted by Chatbrat

Went to get a haircut @ a new business in The Villages- 2 of the cutters had tattoos all over their bodies, went to Honest John's -there is a female bar person with tattoos extending down her arms

I know tattoos are the latest fad- but I would rather not be served by a tattoo covered individual--am I alone with this feeling?

[CathyandSteveG]

My daddy who is 79 has a tattoo on his arm he got when he was 13 years old.....all of my life he told me how he regretted he got that tattoo. My husband and i..... 60 and 62 have none. I tried to tell my children that while tattoos my be the fad...someday they won't be.

My daughter who is 36 has 3 tattoos, my son who is 40 has 1...my daughter in law who is 38 has 1.

They of course...did not listen

[CathyandSteveG]

Originally Posted by biker1

Some establishments require that tattoos not be visible. This may require wearing long sleeve shirts. I believe visible tattoos can be a career limiter.

I was thinking this very thing....my daughter worked at Bob Evans when she was in college...and she had to wear a band aid over her tattoo on her ankle.

[red tail]

I was horrified in publix. the cashier had pierced earrings on

[CathyandSteveG]

[cquick]

I think tattoos are going to be something we all will have to tolerate along with tongue, nose and eyebrow piercings.

It's usually people in service jobs that I notice with tattoos and piercings.

I will throw out my opinion here, I would feel very uncomfortable if my doctor, dentist, lawyer or financial advisor has tattoos and/or piercings where I can see them. If the tattoo doesn't show, it's none of my business.