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Plastics’ impact on human health may double globally by 2040, research finds

January 28, 2026January 28, 2026 - by cmedia

IBNS-CMEDIA: The adverse health impacts linked to emissions across the full life cycle of plastics could double by 2040 unless urgent action is taken, according to new research. The study finds that …

Environment

Plastics pose a global threat to Ecosystems And Human Health

June 18, 2025June 18, 2025 - by cmedia

Negotiations toward a global, legally binding plastics treaty are set to resume this summer, with the United Nations Environment Programme announcing that the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee on plastic pollution will reconvene …

Environment / Human Rights

Global plastics treaty: UN experts call for centrality of human rights

November 22, 2024November 22, 2024 - by cmedia

#Plastics, #PlasticsTreaty Independent UN human rights experts said on Thursday that the forthcoming global plastic pollution treaty must ensure accountability at every stage of the plastic lifecycle, warning against shifting responsibilities …

Climate change / Health / Science

Pregnant women more exposed to chemicals from plastics and pesticides, a study

May 12, 2022May 12, 2022 - by cmedia

A national study that enrolled a highly diverse group of pregnant women over 12 years found rising exposure to chemicals from plastics and pesticides that may be harmful to development. …