Microplastics in Human Brains: A Growing Environmental Concern

By Douglas McIntyre  •  December 4, 2024

Douglas McIntyre, editor-in-chief at Climate Crisis, reports that a new study reveals the presence of microplastics in human brains, a finding from autopsies. Microplastics result from millions of pounds of daily plastic waste, and while scientists suspect these plastics may harm fertility and the heart, conclusive evidence about their impact, particularly on the brain, is still pending.

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