Matthew Shelak: Executive Director | Jeanes Hospital
Matthew Shelak: Executive Director | Jeanes Hospital
A recent study published in Scientific Reports highlights a potential health risk associated with microplastics exposure. According to the research, individuals suffering from asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) may face an increased risk of cancer due to exposure to these tiny plastic particles.
Dr. Seyedmohammad Pourshahid, who serves as an Assistant Professor of Thoracic Medicine and Surgery at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, provided his insights on this issue to Medscape. His commentary focused on the clinical implications that these findings could have for patients with respiratory conditions.
The study's results underscore the need for further investigation into how microplastics might affect human health, particularly among those already dealing with respiratory ailments.
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