Microplastics are everywhere: in the food we eat, the water we drink, the air we breathe. We delve into the issues and the solutions.
People in the UK and Ireland inhale more microplastic particles than all except those in China and Mongolia, a 109-country study reveals.
Human testicles contain microplastics at levels three times higher than those found in animal testes and human placentas.
A study led by the University of Leicester has found that brightly coloured plastics become microplastics more quickly than plainer colours.
Microplastics are everywhere. What can you do to reduce the amount you ingest? Read our useful tips for a lower-plastic diet.
UK scientists are launching a pioneering new research project to assess the risk of microplastics to human health.
