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Study Links Microplastics to Urinary Tract Health Risks, Urges Global Action

Study Links Microplastics to Urinary Tract Health Risks, Urges Global Action

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A new study has found alarming evidence of microplastic contamination in human organs, challenging previous reports that downplayed the health risks associated with these pollutants. Led by researchers from Bond University, the study reviewed 18 earlier investigations and discovered the presence of microplastics in kidney, urine, and bladder cancer samples, raising concerns about their potential impact on human health. Microplastics tiny plastic particles resulting from the global use and disposal of plastics have already been detected in the air, water, soil, food, and even human tissues. The 2019 World Health Organization (WHO) report claimed that microplastics in drinking water posed no significant risk to human health, but this new research suggests otherwise. Key Findings: Micro...
Global Flooding Hazards Projected to Surge by 49% by 2100: New Study Warns

Global Flooding Hazards Projected to Surge by 49% by 2100: New Study Warns

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A new study warns that global flooding hazards are set to increase by 49% between 2020 and 2100 if greenhouse gas emissions continue unabated. The research, published in Water Resources Research, highlights the regions most at risk, including the coasts of the North Atlantic, Indian Ocean, southeastern Asia, and the Pacific Islands. The study utilized advanced modeling techniques to create a Global Flood Map (GFM), which considers floods induced by rainfall, river discharge, and rising sea levels. The research team, led by Professor Paul Bates from the University of Bristol Cabot Institute for the Environment, noted that previously used flood maps lacked accuracy in simulating real floods. By applying new techniques, the team gained more precise insights into future flood risks. The ...