Experts shared new insights at health care conferences last month to amplify concerns about the effects of microplastic exposure on human health. The topic was highlighted at both the 2025 American College of Cardiology (ACC) Annual Scientific Session and the 2025 American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) Annual Meeting.
Experts at leading health care conferences last month called for further research into the health effects of microplastics and prompted immediate action to limit exposure. | Image Credit: Pcess609 – stock.adobe.com
Understanding Microplastics and Common Exposure Routes
Microplastics are plastic fragments and particles with a diameter of less than 5 mm.1 They are considered a heterogeneous group, consisting of different shapes, sizes, and polymer types. Microplastics are produced and added to personal care…