Global Environmental Health
This podcast series brings to you the knowledge and experiences of people working to understand and combat environmental health problems that reach beyond national boundaries and contribute to the global burden of disease.
| Podcast | Topic | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Human Health Impacts of Microplastics in the Great Lakes (15:06) - The Great Lakes ecosystem contains 84% of the available freshwater in North America and 20% of the available freshwater in the world. The region is home to 3,500 plant and animal species, and supports fisheries, industry, tourism, and recreation in the United States. However, microplastics – tiny, less than 5 mm-sized particles of plastic – have been found in all lake habitats, throughout the food chain, and in tap water. | Global Environmental Health | August 2025 |
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