Plastic pollution goes far beyond visible waste, affecting wildlife, human health, ecosystems, and the climate in complex ...

In their study of global chemical pollution, the researchers provide an overview of particularly problematic chemical groups, such as PFAS and pesticides, and advocate comprehensive changes to address ...

Brigham and Women's nurses postponed the Oct. 14 strike to vote on a final offer. See the pay, insurance, and staffing terms, and what patients face. Parents Should Check Amazon Bath Seats and ...

The Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework states that plastic pollution must be eliminated by 2030. So why haven't we enacted measures that make a real difference? Plastic pollution is more ...

In a two-step of ideas and action, the White House has released a report that outlines a government-wide approach for addressing plastic pollution and announced that buying single-use plastics for ...

Pollution in the environment impacts every American, from the air we breathe to the water we drink and the food we eat. It can contribute to the effects of other environmental conditions, for example, ...

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An estimated 52 million metric tons of plastic is spilling uncontrolled into the environment every year, according to a new study (Nature 2024, DOI: 10.1038/s41586-024-07758-6). By weight, 43% of this ...

In a controversial new study, scientists are claiming that trees in Los Angeles are contributing to the city’s air pollution, challenging conventional notions about the positive role they play in ...