Microplastics in Human Bones and Their Potential Health Risks
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Research suggests that microplastics may weaken bones by disrupting bone marrow stem cells and increasing osteoclast activity, potentially contributing to osteoporosis and bone fragility, highlighting a new environmental risk factor for bone health issues.
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