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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Science
Vishwam Sankaran

Inhaled microplastics can stay in lungs for weeks and trigger allergies

Inhaled microplastic particles can remain in the lungs for at least 14 days and trigger inflammation linked to allergies, a new study in mice reveals.

Nearly ubiquitous tiny plastic particles under 5mm in size have been shown to pose a threat to environmental and public health, with their exposure linked to cancer, heart attacks, and reproductive problems.

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