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The Issue

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Health effects

We think that plastic is safe to use but more and more scientists are warning us. Plastic is an evasive and tricky substance. Especially the smallest plastic particles are a danger to our health.

Exposure to plastic

Plastic is everywhere in our food, in our drinking water, and the air we breathe. But what are the health consequences of this exposure?

Effects on health

We are constantly exposed to plastic, its chemicals and endocrine-disruptors such as BPA, but what are the consequences on our health?

Pathogens

Plastic has the ability to carry around pathogens and diseases. It also provides the perfect ground for bacteria and viruses to develop.

Knowledge gaps

Plastic has been found in human poop, but not only. Plastic particles can enter our blood, and pass through our skin. But more research is still needed.

Research on the human body

What effects does plastic have on the human body and how can we prevent it from entering our bodies in the first place?

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