
23/07/2025
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โ ๏ธ Recent reports from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) have highlighted a concerning rise in botulism cases due to unlicensed Botox-like products being used in cosmetic procedures. With 38 cases recorded in England's East, East Midlands, and North East regions, it's crucial to ensure your safety when considering anti-wrinkle treatments.
Botulism is a serious, life-threatening condition caused by toxins from the Clostridium botulinum bacteria, a component of Botox. Symptoms can take up to four weeks to develop and may include difficulty swallowing, slurred speech, and breathing difficulties.
To protect yourself and ensure you receive safe and effective care, follow these guidelines:
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๐๐ผ๐ป๐๐๐น๐๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป ๐๐ถ๐ฟ๐๐: A proper face-to-face consultation should be conducted by a healthcare professional, such as a doctor or nurse, before any Botox is prescribed.
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๐ฉ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ถ๐ณ๐ ๐ค๐๐ฎ๐น๐ถ๐ณ๐ถ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป๐: Ensure your practitioner is qualified and can provide proof of their credentials. They should be willing to discuss their qualifications with you.
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๐๐ต๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ธ ๐๐ต๐ฒ ๐ฃ๐ฟ๐ผ๐ฑ๐๐ฐ๐: Always ask for information about the Botox product, including its brand and intended dose. The product should be licensed for use in the UK.
Choosing the right clinic for your aesthetic needs is crucial, which is why our nurse-led, CQC registered clinic prioritises your safety and satisfaction above all else. Our qualified nurse prescribers have years of experience in the field of aesthetics and we only use licensed products.
โ๏ธ 01457 237171
๐ฑ www.vbaesthetics.co.uk
๐ฉโโ๏ธ Nurse-led CQC registered clinic
๐ Saddleworth, Greater Manchester