Health Canada has issued a public advisory on counterfeit laser hair removal and therapy devices found in some clinics across the country. The devices, sourced from China, pose serious health risks to patients and staff. The agency did not name specific brands or clinics but warned that counterfeit systems lack proper safety certifications and may deliver unpredictable energy levels, creating risk of burns, eye damage, and other injuries.
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Counterfeit Laser Devices Recalled in Canada
Health Canada flags serious health risks from fake laser therapy systems circulating in clinics.
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Counterfeit systems lack proper safety certifications and may deliver unpredictable energy levels.
This is the second major counterfeit device alert in months. The recall underscores a persistent supply-chain vulnerability: practices sourcing equipment through gray-market channels or unfamiliar distributors face regulatory exposure and liability. For owners, the lesson is straightforward—verify device provenance through authorized distributors and request FDA 510(k) or equivalent clearance documentation. A counterfeit system may cost less upfront but one patient injury triggers lawsuits, licensing action, and practice shutdown.
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