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Microplastics continue appearing in various parts of people's bodies, indicating widespread contamination that leaves no organ, muscle, or tissue safe.

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Scientists alarmed after discovering microplastics in human penises: 'We suspect that it could lead to smooth muscle dysfunction'

Researchers involved in this study said it is "imperative" to further research any potential harm microplastics can have on reproduction.

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Scientists alarmed after discovering microplastics in every human semen sample tested: 'It may prove to be exacerbating'

This discovery is shining a much-needed spotlight on a major environmental challenge.

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New study finds tiniest ocean microplastics are evading detection: 'A vastly understudied area'

These findings serve as a potential explanation for a worldwide decline in male fertility rates.

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Scientists alarmed after discovering microplastics in human semen: 'Individuals without occupational exposures'

"That's a formula for really significant liability."

Business

Use of dangerous chemicals in plastics expected to lead to wave of 'astronomical' lawsuits: 'The floodgates are opening'

"Every breath we take and every bite we eat could expose us to microplastics."

Tech

Researchers dig deeper on how microplastics affect the respiratory system: 'These plastic particles amplify human susceptibility to a spectrum of lung disorders'

"By knowing the effect of different types of plastics on the environment, we can make better choices."

Tech

Study reveals dramatic durability of new plastic substitute when exposed to elements: 'To mitigate the impact of microplastics on marine ecosystems'

Scientists were concerned about the significant impact of even low levels of microplastics on pregnancies.

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Scientists link microplastics to serious pregnancy complications — here's why it's concerning

"At the beginning, I doubted whether microplastics could penetrate the reproductive system."

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Scientists alarmed after discovering microplastics in human testes: 'The impact on the younger generation might be more concerning'

"The new findings could trigger a change in approach."

Outdoors

Researchers find microplastics polluting archaeological sites: 'Microplastic contamination could compromise the remains' scientific value'

The dangers of microplastics, both to our health and the planet’s ecosystem, are slowly beginning to garner attention.

Outdoors

Researcher finds microplastics in digestive tracts of fish from Nile River — here's why it's concerning