"An IV therapy clinic offers a vitamin cocktail administered via injection, promising hydration, energy, a strengthened immune system, and a quick cure for exhaustion or hangovers."
"The latest case of medical negligence in Mexico has brought into sharp focus these practices that take place without oversight and with little regard for prevention."
"Espinosa acknowledges the skepticism surrounding the therapy she sells, while defending its effectiveness. It's become a trend, but this must be done with a medical evaluation, review of medical history, and monitoring of vital signs."
"Costs range from 1,500 to 3,900 pesos ($85 to $223) per application every six to eight weeks for no longer than eight months."
IV therapy clinics provide vitamin cocktails for hydration and energy, but recent incidents in Hermosillo have led to patient deaths due to a bacterial infection. These clinics often operate without proper oversight, raising health risks. Wellness Drips, a chain in Mexico City, offers personalized treatments but emphasizes the need for medical evaluations. Costs for treatments range from 1,500 to 3,900 pesos. Celebrity endorsements have popularized these therapies, but skepticism remains regarding their safety and effectiveness.
Read at english.elpais.com
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