Something's Fishy Here

A group of British researchers sent a warning letter that was published in the journal Emerging Infectious Diseases - a publication of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - claiming that "fish pedicures" popular in a number of health spas can expose recipients to a host of bacteria and  infections. Exposing your feet to live freshwater fish that eat away dead or damaged skin for mainly cosmetic reasons can be a significant problem, as these fish may carry a wide array of organisms and disease. These diseases can include a number of invasive soft-tissue infections, some of which are resistant to antibiotics.