Micro‑ and nanoplastics enter our bodies via air, water, food, and products. They’ve been detected in blood, lungs, placenta, breastmilk—raising concerns about widespread chemical exposure and health risks.
Phthalates and bisphenols leach from plastics, disrupting endocrine systems. Linked to preterm birth, infertility, obesity, diabetes, reproductive disorders, and developmental issues in children.
Microplastics trigger inflammation, oxidative stress, cellular damage. They’re associated with heart disease, stroke, colon and lung cancer—contributing to hundreds of billions in annual healthcare costs.
From fossil fuel extraction to incineration, plastics release toxics throughout their lifecycle. A lifecycle approach is essential to reduce exposure and prioritize health in global plastics agreements.