#HumanHealth

As plastic pollution continues to be a global environmental scourge, the effects of microplastics on human health remain a pressing question. Research in this area is accelerating, with a prominent study from the University of New Mexico revealing alarming insights. Led by toxicologist Matthew Campen, the team has identified a significant increase in microplastics present in human brain samples from 2024 compared to those from 2016. This research indicates microplastics are steadily accumulating in our bodies, casting uncertainty over potential health impacts.