Plastic Pollution’s Hidden Health Effects

11/01/2025 6 min

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Plastic pollution and microplastics harm more than the planet—they harm us, too. Linked to cancer, heart disease, and environmental damage, the stakes are high.

In this Article:
What happens to your plastic after it’s recycled?
How is plastic pollution connected to the fossil fuel industry?
What are the health risks of microplastics, including cancer and heart disease?
How does plastic contribute to climate change?
What can you do to reduce your plastic footprint?

by Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com

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