Killing Me Softly: The Dangers of Breast Implants, Eating Disorders, and Cosmetics

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Produced by: Carol Ciancutti-LeyvaDirected by:Carol Ciancutti-LeyvaRun Time (mins): 60:00

After watching her mother fight health problems related to breast implants, the filmmaker explores one of America's most popular surgical procedures. Through the lives of five women with breast implants, ABSOLUTELY SAFE navigates the minds and bodies of girls and women facing one of the most controversial medical and cultural debates of our times.

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Killing Me Softly: The Dangers of Breast Implants, Eating Disorders, and Cosmetics

Presenters: Carol Ciancutti-Leyva, Cott, Felicia Eaves, Jan kson, Latifa Lyles, Judy Sheel

Room: Capitol Room

Hundreds of thousands of women are getting breast implants every year; many are doing so without full knowledge of injuries and illnesses that often result. Film-maker Carol Ciancutti-Leyva will show excerpts of her new film, Absolutely Safe, to illustrate what can happen. Eating disorders continue to be a serious health problem for many young women, but effective therapies are making positive inroads on what can be a chronic, debilitating condition. Finally, do we really know what's in those expensive cosmetics? Come hear more about these hot topics.