Fatima needs a manicure and books an appointment at a local spa in her neighbourhood. While waiting for her appointment to begin, Fatima notices that all of the brochures in the waiting room advertise anti-aging products and services. These ads promise to "turn back the clock" to give users a more youthful appearance. What is Fatima seeing evidence of in her spa's waiting room?

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Fatima is seeing evidence of the medicalization of aging, where aging is treated as a condition that can be managed or reversed through products and services.

Fatima Needs a Manicure and Books an Appointment at a Local