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Woman Dies After Anti-Aging Injection Gone Wrong
22 Jul
Summary
- A 27-year-old woman died shortly after receiving an NAD+ injection.
- The unlicensed practitioner faces endangerment charges.
- State investigations reveal expired drugs and counterfeit products at med spas.
A woman's death after receiving an NAD+ injection at a Bronx lifestyle center has prompted a closer look at the safety of anti-aging treatments. Police have charged Luis Rojas Cabrera, 55, with reckless endangerment and unauthorized practice after he administered the injection on a Sunday.
This incident occurs amidst a broader investigation by New York State into medical spas. In January, the Department of State issued a warning about unlawful practices. Inspections have led to the shutdown of 24 spas, with 16 losing their licenses due to findings of expired drugs, counterfeit products, and even fentanyl.
Experts, like plastic surgeon Dr. Tommaso Addona, advise patients to verify three key elements: the license of the person administering the treatment, the facility's license, and the manufacturer's license for the products used. He stresses that patients must conduct thorough research to protect themselves from potentially dangerous practices that have persisted for decades.
