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Lauren T. May,, ,Manuela Jorg, and ,The Conversation

The Medicines We Take Don’t All Break Down In Our Bodies — They End Up Here Instead

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Evidence is mounting that modern medicines present a growing threat to ecosystems around the world. The chemicals humans ingest to stay healthy are harming fish and other animals.

Modern pharmaceuticals have revolutionized disease prevention and treatment. But after our bodies use medicines, they excrete them. Eventually, the chemicals can end up in rivers, oceans, and soils.

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