#Microplastics pose a human #health risk in more ways than one, a new study led by @emilymaystevenson.bsky.social from 🇬🇧 @exeter.ac.uk and @pml.ac.uk reveals: not only do the particles harbor pathogenic 🦠bacteria, they may also play a role in the spread of #antibioticresistance. #AMR
A new study shows that microplastics in the natural environment are colonised by pathogenic and antimicrobial resistant bacteria. The study team calls for urgent action for waste management and strong...