October 16, 2025
Microplastics and Human Health
Key Points
- Rising detection of microplastics in human tissue is alarming and requires immediate attention.
- International cooperation is critical to effectively tackle plastic pollution and its health impacts.
- Increased awareness of microplastics can drive policy changes that protect human health.
- Combating plastic pollution may improve overall health outcomes and mitigate environmental risks.
Abstract
This JAMA Insights discusses rising detection of microplastics in human tissue and the importance of international cooperation to limit plastic pollution.
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Mahalingiah et al. (Wed,) studied this question.
synapsesocial.com/papers/68f0ba59c50c73ebef9fa95d — DOI: https://doi.org/10.1001/jama.2025.14718
Authors
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Shruthi Mahalingiah
Harvard University
Kari C. Nadeau
Boston University
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David C. Christiani
Harvard University
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JAMA
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Harvard University
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