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Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I study microplastics and toxic chemicals. That's why my family doesn't wear shoes in the house.

Removing shoes indoors can significantly reduce exposure to microplastics and toxic chemicals.
Microplastics are highly pervasive in the environment, found in air, food, and water.
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I study microplastics and toxic chemicals. That's why my family doesn't wear shoes in the house.

Removing shoes indoors can significantly reduce exposure to microplastics and toxic chemicals.
Microplastics are highly pervasive in the environment, found in air, food, and water.
more#environmental-pollution
#food-safety
SF food
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Ingredient linked to DEMENTIA found in popular item used by millions

Ziploc's microwave-safe products may release harmful microplastics, raising health safety concerns and prompting a class-action lawsuit.
SF food
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Ingredient linked to DEMENTIA found in popular item used by millions

Ziploc's microwave-safe products may release harmful microplastics, raising health safety concerns and prompting a class-action lawsuit.
more#food-safety
#health-risks
OMG science
fromMail Online
4 months ago

Toxic microplastics blamed on product that's 'everywhere you look'

Paint is a significant, yet understudied, source of microplastics that impacts the environment and health.
Wearables
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | Microplastics are everywhere - new device yanks them from your laundry

Laundry contributes to significant microplastic pollution, and a new filtration system aims to capture these fibers.
Public health
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

The mysterious impact of microplastics on health: The long-term effects are unknown'

Plastics infiltrate ecosystems and human health, containing harmful chemicals that pose severe health risks.
OMG science
fromMail Online
4 months ago

Toxic microplastics blamed on product that's 'everywhere you look'

Paint is a significant, yet understudied, source of microplastics that impacts the environment and health.
Wearables
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | Microplastics are everywhere - new device yanks them from your laundry

Laundry contributes to significant microplastic pollution, and a new filtration system aims to capture these fibers.
Public health
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

The mysterious impact of microplastics on health: The long-term effects are unknown'

Plastics infiltrate ecosystems and human health, containing harmful chemicals that pose severe health risks.
more#health-risks
#pollution
Mindfulness
fromFast Company
4 months ago

There are enough microplastics in your brain to make an entire spoon

Microplastics accumulate in the human brain, with alarming concentrations found, especially among those with dementia.
OMG science
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

Craft glitter causing major damage to marine life, Trinity scientists reveal

Microplastic pollution significantly disrupts marine life by interfering with biomineralisation and accelerating plastic degradation.
Mindfulness
fromFast Company
4 months ago

There are enough microplastics in your brain to make an entire spoon

Microplastics accumulate in the human brain, with alarming concentrations found, especially among those with dementia.
OMG science
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

Craft glitter causing major damage to marine life, Trinity scientists reveal

Microplastic pollution significantly disrupts marine life by interfering with biomineralisation and accelerating plastic degradation.
more#pollution
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

On Mexico's Caribbean Coast, There's Lobster for the Tourists and Microplastics for Everyone Else

The fishermen of Puerto Morelos, on Mexico's Caribbean coast, risk their lives every time they head out to sea to fish or dive for lobsters. Their bounty is dependent on luck, as the weather often makes it impossible to go out, while on other days the hooks they cast come back empty.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Forever chemicals' in school uniforms could be banned under proposed law

The volume of microplastics and potentially harmful forever chemicals in school uniforms should be restricted, as they pose significant risks to children's wellbeing and health.
Public health
#environmental-impact
Bicycling
fromBikemag
3 months ago

Wait, Riding Mountain Bikes Pollutes the Environment?

Mountain biking contributes to environmental rubber pollution, releasing microplastics through tire wear.
OMG science
fromThe Washington Post
2 months ago

Microplastics may confuse bees and other insects, hurting pollination

Microplastic pollution negatively impacts honey bees' memory, affecting their pollination abilities and threatening flower and crop reproduction.
Environment
fromFast Company
3 months ago

Why microplastic pollution in soils and crops is 'raising alarm' among experts

The proliferation of plastic bags is severely affecting farmland in Uganda, impacting agriculture and human health.
Bicycling
fromBikemag
3 months ago

Wait, Riding Mountain Bikes Pollutes the Environment?

Mountain biking contributes to environmental rubber pollution, releasing microplastics through tire wear.
OMG science
fromThe Washington Post
2 months ago

Microplastics may confuse bees and other insects, hurting pollination

Microplastic pollution negatively impacts honey bees' memory, affecting their pollination abilities and threatening flower and crop reproduction.
Environment
fromFast Company
3 months ago

Why microplastic pollution in soils and crops is 'raising alarm' among experts

The proliferation of plastic bags is severely affecting farmland in Uganda, impacting agriculture and human health.
more#environmental-impact
#sustainability
Environment
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I study toxic microplastics. Here's how I protect myself and my kids at home.

Reducing microplastics exposure is essential for children's health; experts recommend practical steps like using glass over plastic.
Microplastics and associated chemicals pose significant health risks, necessitating conscious lifestyle changes.
Environment
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I study toxic microplastics. Here's how I protect myself and my kids at home.

Reducing microplastics exposure is essential for children's health; experts recommend practical steps like using glass over plastic.
Microplastics and associated chemicals pose significant health risks, necessitating conscious lifestyle changes.
more#sustainability
#environmental-science
Data science
fromFast Company
4 months ago

How machine learning can be used to identify microplastics

A new tool improves the identification of airborne microplastics using chemical fingerprints, aiming to enhance understanding of their types.
UK news
fromMail Online
4 months ago

Toxic microplastics in the brain blamed on a product used by millions

Switching from bottled to filtered tap water can cut microplastic intake by 90%.
Bottled water is a major source of microplastic exposure.
OMG science
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Sea of plastic: Global study finds thousands of microparticles even in the Mariana Trench

Microplastics are found throughout every layer of the ocean, impacting marine ecosystems and carbon cycles more than previously understood.
Europe news
fromThe Local France
3 months ago

Europe's great rivers hit by 'alarming' microplastic pollution

Microplastics are found in alarming concentrations in all major rivers across Europe.
Invisible microplastics pose a greater ecological threat than visible particles.
OMG science
fromMail Online
5 months ago

Scientists discover microplastics in Antarctica's most remote regions

Microplastics have been discovered in Antarctica, illustrating the widespread issue of plastic pollution even in untouched environments.
Environment
fromwww.nature.com
3 months ago

Microplastics Make It into Your Food through Plant Leaves

Airborne microplastics are a significant route for plastic contamination in plants, raising health risks through the food chain.
Data science
fromFast Company
4 months ago

How machine learning can be used to identify microplastics

A new tool improves the identification of airborne microplastics using chemical fingerprints, aiming to enhance understanding of their types.
UK news
fromMail Online
4 months ago

Toxic microplastics in the brain blamed on a product used by millions

Switching from bottled to filtered tap water can cut microplastic intake by 90%.
Bottled water is a major source of microplastic exposure.
OMG science
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Sea of plastic: Global study finds thousands of microparticles even in the Mariana Trench

Microplastics are found throughout every layer of the ocean, impacting marine ecosystems and carbon cycles more than previously understood.
Europe news
fromThe Local France
3 months ago

Europe's great rivers hit by 'alarming' microplastic pollution

Microplastics are found in alarming concentrations in all major rivers across Europe.
Invisible microplastics pose a greater ecological threat than visible particles.
OMG science
fromMail Online
5 months ago

Scientists discover microplastics in Antarctica's most remote regions

Microplastics have been discovered in Antarctica, illustrating the widespread issue of plastic pollution even in untouched environments.
Environment
fromwww.nature.com
3 months ago

Microplastics Make It into Your Food through Plant Leaves

Airborne microplastics are a significant route for plastic contamination in plants, raising health risks through the food chain.
more#environmental-science
#public-health
OMG science
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Stroke patients have high levels of microplastics in the plaque clogging their arteries, researchers find

Microplastics link to higher heart attack and stroke risks via arterial plaque accumulation.
OMG science
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

I Tested My Blood for Microplastics. The Results Weren't What I Expected.

Home microplastics blood testing reveals the widespread presence of tiny plastic particles in the human body.
OMG science
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Stroke patients have high levels of microplastics in the plaque clogging their arteries, researchers find

Microplastics link to higher heart attack and stroke risks via arterial plaque accumulation.
OMG science
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

I Tested My Blood for Microplastics. The Results Weren't What I Expected.

Home microplastics blood testing reveals the widespread presence of tiny plastic particles in the human body.
more#public-health
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Trump administration actions contradict MAHA rhetoric on toxic chemicals

Kennedy and the MAHA movement's rise to power is disorienting for scientists and advocates in environmental health who are focused on human exposure to toxic chemicals and environmental pollutants.
US news
#plastic-pollution
Science
fromIntelligencer
4 months ago

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Microplastics

Microplastics are widespread, even in remote areas, posing serious health concerns. Recent research shows significant accumulation of plastic in the human brain.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Scientists fear whole UK food chain contaminated as study finds microplastics in bugs

Plastic pollution is contaminating Britain's food chain, affecting various invertebrates vital to ecological health.
fromKqed
3 months ago
Environment

Cuddly but Costly: The Unseen Dangers of Fleece in Kids Clothes and Toys | KQED

Science
fromIntelligencer
4 months ago

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Microplastics

Microplastics are widespread, even in remote areas, posing serious health concerns. Recent research shows significant accumulation of plastic in the human brain.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Scientists fear whole UK food chain contaminated as study finds microplastics in bugs

Plastic pollution is contaminating Britain's food chain, affecting various invertebrates vital to ecological health.
fromKqed
3 months ago
Environment

Cuddly but Costly: The Unseen Dangers of Fleece in Kids Clothes and Toys | KQED

more#plastic-pollution
SF food
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Put down that chicken nugget - microplastics in junk food may be making you depressed

Microplastics in ultra-processed foods may link to mental health issues.
Greater consumption of ultra-processed foods correlates with increased risk of depression and anxiety.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Bees face new threats from wars, street lights and microplastics, scientists warn

Increasing war and conflict around the world is harming bees, with disruptions in crop diversity leading to food scarcity for pollinators.
UK news
OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Microplastics found in human ovary follicular fluid for the first time

Microplastics found in human ovary follicular fluid raise concerns about their potential effects on female fertility.
#health
Health
fromFuturism
4 months ago

This New Paper About Eating Out of Plastic Containers Is a Bit Terrifying

Plastic takeout containers may increase the risk of heart disease according to recent research.
Health
fromFuturism
4 months ago

This New Paper About Eating Out of Plastic Containers Is a Bit Terrifying

Plastic takeout containers may increase the risk of heart disease according to recent research.
more#health
#food-security
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Microplastics hinder plant photosynthesis, study finds, threatening millions with starvation

Microplastics damage plant photosynthesis, endangering global food supplies and increasing risks of hunger.
400 million more people could face starvation due to microplastics affecting staple crops.
Environment
fromFuturism
4 months ago

Scientists Just Discovered Something Absolutely Horrifying About Microplastics

Microplastics threaten global food supplies by reducing plants' photosynthetic efficiency, leading to crop losses.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Microplastics hinder plant photosynthesis, study finds, threatening millions with starvation

Microplastics damage plant photosynthesis, endangering global food supplies and increasing risks of hunger.
400 million more people could face starvation due to microplastics affecting staple crops.
Environment
fromFuturism
4 months ago

Scientists Just Discovered Something Absolutely Horrifying About Microplastics

Microplastics threaten global food supplies by reducing plants' photosynthetic efficiency, leading to crop losses.
more#food-security
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