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[-] Maxxie@lemmy.blahaj.zone 19 points 15 hours ago

From what I gather, asbestos is also very stable and not reactive. Asbestosis is caused by tiny fibers physically tearing your lungs.

It's unlikely that plastic is as dangerous (we'd seen it by now) but its buildup can likewise cause some condition.

[-] Landless2029@lemmy.world 4 points 14 hours ago

Microplastics gathering in the brain. Most of which come from tires not food containers.

[-] kofe@lemmy.world 4 points 14 hours ago

Such as increased rates of infertility iirc

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