Microplastics found in blood of 84% of heart attack patients, study reveals
People who suffered a heart attack were more likely to have micro and nanoplastics in their blood, with smoking and air pollution linked to higher levels.
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People who suffered a heart attack were more likely to have micro and nanoplastics in their blood, with smoking and air pollution linked to higher levels.
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