12/10/2025
The CDC has reported of severe injuries requiring hospitalization in New York, Texas and Wisconsin after self-injection of botulinum toxin purchased online from unauthorized sources by individuals without any medical training. Botulinum toxin injections are medical procedures that require specific training and knowledge, and ASDSA urges patients to ensure medical procedures are performed or supervised by an onsite physician, especially by a board certified dermatologist, using FDA-approved products. Visit https://bit.ly/46TNjzu to read the CDC Report and learn more.