Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:23pm on 25 Feb 2024,Sunday Health & Wellness
A study conducted by scientists at the University of New Mexico Health Sciences reveals alarming findings regarding microplastic contamination in human placenta samples. Published in Toxicological Sciences, the study detected microplastics in all 62 placenta samples tested, with concentrations varying from 6.5 to 790 micrograms per gram of tissue. Lead author Matthew Campen expressed concerns about the potential health impacts of rising microplastic levels, linking them to inflammatory bowel disease, colon cancer, and declining sperm counts. The study underscores the urgent need to address plastic pollution and its adverse effects on human health.
