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They’re in our oceans, our suncream and our seafood, but what are microplastics doing to our health?
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They’re in our oceans, our suncream and our seafood, but what are microplastics doing to our health?

Microplastics are working their way into the water cycle, and are being consumed by the animals and fish that end up on our plates.

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