Microplastics Found in Human Penises, Raising Health Concerns

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Microplastics Found in Human Penises, Raising Health Concerns
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For the first time, researchers have discovered microplastics in human penile tissue, raising concerns about their potential impact on reproductive health. The study, conducted by scientists from the University of Miami, University of Colorado, and Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon, found microplastics in 80% of the samples analyzed. This adds to previous findings of microplastics in human testes and semen, suggesting a need for further research into their health implications.

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