HealthWoman Contracts Infection, Needs Surgery After Wearing Hair Tie on WristSavePrintWestLight/iStockZachary StieberSenior Reporter12/2/2015|Updated: 12/2/2015We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.Share this articleLeave a commentZachary StieberSenior ReporterZachary Stieber is a senior reporter for The Epoch Times based in Maryland. He covers U.S. and world news. Contact Zachary at [email protected]Author’s Selected ArticlesRFK Jr. Backs Department of War Ending Flu Vaccine MandateApr 23, 2026CDC Declines to Publish Study on COVID-19 VaccineApr 23, 20267 Takeaways From RFK Jr.’s Appearances Before CongressApr 23, 2026Possible Link Between RSV Vaccine During Pregnancy and Health Problems: StudyApr 22, 2026