Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Sunday marks the start of Michigan’s first-ever Microplastics Awareness Week. State officials are ...

The week includes events in which the public can learn about microplastics, participate in cleanups and discover practical solutions to reduce plastic waste at home. In a proclamation, Governor ...

This year brought lots of new learnings about tiny particles of plastic. Sure, takeout is a super convenient choice when you've had a long day, but if you're concerned about microplastics, know that ...

It may be time to find America’s next top bottle. In a new scientific paper, three physicians report that switching from bottled water to filtered tap water could cut your microplastic intake by about ...

Everywhere I turn, I’m finding new items in my home that are a source of microplastics. From our cutting boards to our coffee ...

Taylor Leamey wrote about all things wellness for CNET, specializing in mental health, sleep and nutrition coverage. She has invested hundreds of hours into studying and researching sleep and holds a ...

Plastic waste in the ocean can break down into microplastics, which researchers measured near U.S. coastlines to study possible links to higher rates of diabetes, heart disease and stroke.

Poe, a Gannon University graduate, will compete in the international Miss Earth pageant in the Philippines. Poe's platform focuses on microplastic awareness and environmental sustainability. An Erie ...

Opting for plastic-free materials in your home isn't just about being eco-friendly. Particularly in the kitchen, forgoing plastic is also a way to reduce your consumption of microplastics, tiny ...

The Supreme Court upheld a Madras High Court order that mandates warning labels on PET bottles and packaging, alerting consumers to the presence of micro/nano plastics. Despite the government delays, ...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Sunday marks the start of Michigan’s first-ever Microplastics Awareness Week. State officials are seeking to bring awareness to the growing problem of microplastics, ...