Plastic
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Health
Experts Warn of Growing Plastic Pollution and Microplastics in Baby Bottles
Experts are expressing increasing concerns about the alarming rise of plastic pollution and its detrimental effects on our health and the environment. The global issue of plastic waste has reached a critical level, with microplastics, minuscule plastic particles, now so widespread that they can even be detected in baby bottles. Attempts by the plastics industry to address this crisis may not be sufficient, prompting a call for a reduction in plastic production to curb the problem. Moreover, there is a growing apprehension regarding the potential health hazards posed by micro and nano plastics. Some specialists have connected these tiny particles to the escalating incidence of early-onset cancers among the younger population. As a result, there is a mounting demand for more research and the development of innovative solutions to combat these risks effectively. The urgency to address these challenges is becoming more pressing as the repercussions of plastic pollution continue to escalate. Tags: Health, Childcare, Plastic
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Environment
French Scientists Develop Enzyme for Biodegradable PLA Plastic in Home-Compost
French scientists have developed an engineered enzyme that can be embedded into PLA plastic, enabling it to fully biodegrade under…
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