Microplastics in food, water, air linked to health risks

Summary: Global negotiations in Ottawa aim to establish a plastic pollution treaty. Microplastics, found in food, water, and air, pose health risks like heart disease and cancer. Dr. Trasande from NYU Langone Center is at the UN summit to address plastic hazards. The treaty will cover plastic production, use, and disposal. Microplastics are a significant concern, signaling a larger issue. Scientists are studying the link between microplastics and health problems.

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