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Microplastics Found in Food Packaging: Health Risks and Call for Regulation
A Swiss study found microplastics and nanoplastics in various food packaging, including baby bottles and tea bags, leading to concerns about potential long-term health consequences like cancer and dementia; researchers call for stricter regulations to mandate migration testing.
Microplastics Found in Food Packaging: Health Risks and Call for Regulation
A Swiss study found microplastics and nanoplastics in various food packaging, including baby bottles and tea bags, leading to concerns about potential long-term health consequences like cancer and dementia; researchers call for stricter regulations to mandate migration testing.
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Microplastics in Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to Increased Mental Health Disorders
Four studies published in Brain Medicine link the high levels of microplastics found in ultra-processed foods to an increased risk of depression, dementia, and other mental health issues, suggesting a potential causal relationship and prompting calls for further research and mitigation strategies.
Microplastics in Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to Increased Mental Health Disorders
Four studies published in Brain Medicine link the high levels of microplastics found in ultra-processed foods to an increased risk of depression, dementia, and other mental health issues, suggesting a potential causal relationship and prompting calls for further research and mitigation strategies.
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Class-Action Lawsuit Alleges Popular Food Packaging Releases Harmful Microplastics
A class-action lawsuit in California accuses a popular food packaging brand used by over 200 million Americans of misleading consumers about the safety of its microwaveable containers and bags, claiming they release harmful microplastics when heated or frozen; the lawsuit cites studies showing a 50%...
Class-Action Lawsuit Alleges Popular Food Packaging Releases Harmful Microplastics
A class-action lawsuit in California accuses a popular food packaging brand used by over 200 million Americans of misleading consumers about the safety of its microwaveable containers and bags, claiming they release harmful microplastics when heated or frozen; the lawsuit cites studies showing a 50%...
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48% Bias Score
Food Packaging Chemicals Pose Cancer Risk, Study Warns
A Swiss study published in Nature Medicine warns that food packaging, including 'eco-friendly' options, is increasing exposure to cancer-linked chemicals, particularly in ultra-processed foods (UPFs), with Britain consuming UPFs at 57% of its national diet.
Food Packaging Chemicals Pose Cancer Risk, Study Warns
A Swiss study published in Nature Medicine warns that food packaging, including 'eco-friendly' options, is increasing exposure to cancer-linked chemicals, particularly in ultra-processed foods (UPFs), with Britain consuming UPFs at 57% of its national diet.
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EU Tightens Rules on Plastic Pellets to Curb Microplastic Pollution
The European Union has implemented a new regulation to reduce microplastic pollution from plastic pellets, requiring certifications for companies handling over 1,500 tonnes annually and self-declarations for smaller firms; non-EU operators must also comply, aiming for a 74% reduction in pellet losse...
EU Tightens Rules on Plastic Pellets to Curb Microplastic Pollution
The European Union has implemented a new regulation to reduce microplastic pollution from plastic pellets, requiring certifications for companies handling over 1,500 tonnes annually and self-declarations for smaller firms; non-EU operators must also comply, aiming for a 74% reduction in pellet losse...
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Microplastics Found in Spadenose Shark Gonads Threaten Reproduction
A study on spadenose sharks off India's west coast found microplastics in 97.9% of their GI tracts and 95% of gonadal tissues, with the highest concentrations in the gonads, potentially impacting reproductive health and highlighting the severe threat of ocean pollution.
Microplastics Found in Spadenose Shark Gonads Threaten Reproduction
A study on spadenose sharks off India's west coast found microplastics in 97.9% of their GI tracts and 95% of gonadal tissues, with the highest concentrations in the gonads, potentially impacting reproductive health and highlighting the severe threat of ocean pollution.
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Microplastics Found in Human Reproductive Fluids
Spanish researchers found microplastics in the reproductive fluids of 22 men and 29 women, raising concerns about potential impacts on fertility despite the low concentrations detected, though further research is needed to confirm effects.
Microplastics Found in Human Reproductive Fluids
Spanish researchers found microplastics in the reproductive fluids of 22 men and 29 women, raising concerns about potential impacts on fertility despite the low concentrations detected, though further research is needed to confirm effects.
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Emerging Threats to Bees: War, Microplastics, and Light Pollution Among Top Concerns
A University of Reading report details 12 emerging threats to bees, including war (reducing crop diversity), microplastics (found in most of 315 European hives tested), light pollution (reducing nocturnal pollinator visits by 62%), and antibiotic contamination from agriculture.
Emerging Threats to Bees: War, Microplastics, and Light Pollution Among Top Concerns
A University of Reading report details 12 emerging threats to bees, including war (reducing crop diversity), microplastics (found in most of 315 European hives tested), light pollution (reducing nocturnal pollinator visits by 62%), and antibiotic contamination from agriculture.
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Thermal Receipts Pose Significant Health Risks
Thermal paper receipts, widely used in stores globally, contain harmful chemicals that can transfer to skin upon contact, posing health risks including cancer and infertility; experts recommend switching to digital receipts and urge global action to limit plastic production.
Thermal Receipts Pose Significant Health Risks
Thermal paper receipts, widely used in stores globally, contain harmful chemicals that can transfer to skin upon contact, posing health risks including cancer and infertility; experts recommend switching to digital receipts and urge global action to limit plastic production.
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48% Bias Score
Microplastics: A Hidden Driver of Climate Change
A new report reveals microplastics' previously underestimated impact on climate change, disrupting carbon cycles and potentially altering cloud formation, creating a vicious cycle with extreme weather events further increasing plastic pollution.
Microplastics: A Hidden Driver of Climate Change
A new report reveals microplastics' previously underestimated impact on climate change, disrupting carbon cycles and potentially altering cloud formation, creating a vicious cycle with extreme weather events further increasing plastic pollution.
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DEHP Exposure Linked to 356,000 Heart Disease Deaths in 2018
A study in Lancet eBioMedicine linked daily exposure to the phthalate DEHP, found in plastics, to over 356,000 heart disease deaths globally in 2018 among those aged 55-64, prompting calls for stricter regulations.
DEHP Exposure Linked to 356,000 Heart Disease Deaths in 2018
A study in Lancet eBioMedicine linked daily exposure to the phthalate DEHP, found in plastics, to over 356,000 heart disease deaths globally in 2018 among those aged 55-64, prompting calls for stricter regulations.
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Germany Tightens Biowaste Rules to Curb Plastic Contamination
Germany introduces stricter rules on May 1st, limiting plastic in biowaste to 1% by weight to improve compost quality and reduce microplastic pollution, impacting waste management companies and potentially consumers indirectly.
Germany Tightens Biowaste Rules to Curb Plastic Contamination
Germany introduces stricter rules on May 1st, limiting plastic in biowaste to 1% by weight to improve compost quality and reduce microplastic pollution, impacting waste management companies and potentially consumers indirectly.
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32% Bias Score
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