AbbaTek emphasizes the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in research to fully understand how these particles and associated toxins are impacting our health. This analysis requires more #data and #investment in the field of microplastics.
For #MicroplasticsMonday we would like to bring your attention to a breakthrough paper that indicates microplastics may in fact be absorbed into our bloodstream. Leslie et. al. (2022) found that 77% of donors were found to have plastic particles in their blood.
What does this mean and why does it matter? Well, it means there is strong evidence that plastic particles are not only being ingested, but are entering human blood and organs. This bioavailability may cause disruption to our immune regulation, or other impacts.
Did you know that over 40% of the global population does not have access to sufficient clean water? This year's #WorldWaterDay is focused on groundwater and "making the invisible visible". Learn more on how you can #ActNow here: https://t.co/LOVi7cWttQ