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Microplastics Persist in Drinking Water Despite Treatment Plant Advances : ScienceAlert

Last updated: May 1, 2025 2:11 am
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The Growing Threat of Microplastic Pollution

Microplastics, tiny pieces of plastic that come from various everyday objects, are becoming a significant problem in our environment. These durable particles are found in clothing, kitchen utensils, personal care products, and more, and they are now pervasive in the environment, including in human bodies.

A recent literature review highlighted that a considerable amount of our exposure to microplastics may be from drinking water, as wastewater treatment plants are not effectively removing these contaminants. The global production of plastic has reached 9 billion metric tons, with much of it degrading into smaller fragments that now contaminate soil and water worldwide.

While wastewater treatment plants do remove some microplastics, the review found that complete removal is not achievable with current technologies. This results in the reintroduction of microplastics into the environment, potentially carrying harmful pollutants like bisphenols, PFAS, and antibiotics.

Lead author Jenny Kim Nguyen, an environmental chemist at the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA), emphasized the need for standardized testing methods to better understand and address the microplastics issue. Establishing these methods is crucial in mitigating the long-term health impacts of microplastic exposure.

Studies have shown that microplastics can have toxic effects on both ecosystems and human health, with potential links to inflammation, oxidative stress, immune responses, and cancer. High concentrations of microplastics have even been found in the arteries of stroke patients, raising concerns about their impact on vital organs.

Consumers can play a role in reducing microplastic pollution by choosing clothing and textiles with fewer synthetic materials, as microfibers are a significant source of microplastic pollution. By being informed and making conscious choices, individuals can help mitigate the growing threat posed by microplastics.

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The study highlighting these issues was published in the Science of the Total Environment journal.

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