Did you know that in Michigan, all body art, tattooing, and piercing procedures must be done in a licensed facility? Getting your body art done at a licensed and inspected facility decreases the risk of transmission of blood borne diseases such as hepatitis B (HBV), hepatitis C (HCV), and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). For more information on body art, a listing of licensed facilities, and procedures to obtain a license, please visit www.michigan.gov/bodyart. For additional information about obtaining a license, call the Lenawee County Health Department Environmental Health Division at 517-264-5214.