As global plastic production grows, so does the concentration of microplastics in our brains
Scientists have uncovered the minuscule waste products in human blood, lungs, brains, hearts and testicles. But a new study, ...
While plastic dominates human consumption, the global economy will remain hooked on fossil fuels
In early December 2024, hopes for a landmark global treaty to curb plastic pollution were dashed as negotiations in South ...
Food Recalls: List of Items Pulled for Plastic Contamination
Recalls can be issued for a variety of reasons, from undeclared allergens to plastic and bacterial contamination.
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What to Know About the Toxicity of Polypropylene
Housewares. Polypropylene is one of the most common plastics used to make consumer goods, such as plastic furniture, appliances, luggage, and toys. Automotive parts. Because of its cost and ...
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Study reveals the foods with the highest plastic contamination, from fast food to staple ingredients
Ahead of the new year, consumers nationwide were hit with several food recalls linked to E. coli, Listeria and Salmonella outbreaks. Last September, a deadly listeria outbreak concerning sliced ...
Stuart may repeal its four-year-old prohibition on commercial use of plastic straws
Researchers found no measurable amount of PFAS in five plastic straws while they found PFAS in the other straws, which were made from plants.