In yet another shocking discovery, scientists have found microplastics in human penises for the first time as concerns over the proliferation of these tiny particles and their potential impact on health mount….
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South Asian diet swamped with microplastics; China, Mongolia breathe bulk of plastics: Study
A new study has shown that Southeast Asian countries such as Malaysia, Indonesia and the Philippines top the global per capita list of dietary intakes of microplastics. The study published in April…
Ditch bright plastics: Study shows bright plastics break down quicker into microplastics
Retailers are being encouraged to stop using brightly coloured plastics for everyday products such as drinks bottles, outdoor furniture, and toys. This call to action comes after research showed that coloured plastics…
Microplastics found in soil dating back to ancient times in shocking discovery
In a groundbreaking discovery, microplastics have been detected in ancient soil samples for the first time. This discovery can potentially reshape how we preserve archaeological treasures. The finding Researchers from the University…
Microplastics and nanoplastics in the human body can cause heart attacks, strokes and cancer, studies reveal
Several studies have revealed that microplastics or nanoplastics are linked to heart attack, stroke and even cancer. According to a study published in the New England Journal of Medicine, people with nanoplastics…