Microplastics: The Hidden Threat to Our Health and Environment
TL;DR
A study reveals that microplastics can harbor drug-resistant bacteria within biofilms, raising concerns about environmental pollution and its impact on human health, with efforts needed to reduce plastic use and fund further research.
Topics:healthscience#antibiotic-resistance#biofilm#environmental-pollution#microplastics#public-health#science
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