New research suggests that microplastics from polylactic acid — or PLA — could break down into nanoplastics inside the body ...

The Surfrider Foundation, which organizes cleanups year-round, says the day after the Fourth is often the dirtiest beach day ...

Drinking water chemical may raise kidney disease risk…microplastics detected in human reproductive fluids…air pollution ...

The procedure, known as therapeutic apheresis, filters blood through a specialized machine. It removes abnormal proteins, ...

Microplastics research faces standardization challenges as viral headlines about "plastic in your brain" overshadow ...

A new study from West Virginia University adds to the growing catalog of evidence that microplastics are everywhere on Earth, including the water, air, and wildlife in national parks.

From ocean depths to kitchen shelves, microplastics have infiltrated nearly every corner of the environment. They’ve been ...

New research shows microplastics in food and water. Here’s what parents need to know—and realistic steps to protect your ...

A recent study published by Portland State University discovered a variety of microplastics in 180 out of 182 tested seafood ...

Common bacteria can turn plastic waste into the over-the-counter painkiller acetaminophen, researchers have discovered.

Microplastics are pervasive, infiltrating our water, food, and even our bodies. Simple lifestyle adjustments can ...