The untimely death of Argentine actress Silvina Luna has triggered more than just grief. It has cast a glaring spotlight on the questionable ethics surrounding the cosmetic surgery industry. At 43, Luna died from kidney failure, a health disaster linked to a cosmetic procedure she underwent a decade ago. Why did a talented and already […]
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