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Microplastics From Masks Found Deep in Lungs of the Living

Microplastics used to make surgical masks were found in 11 of 13 patients undergoing lung surgery.

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Dr. Joseph Mercola
May 27, 2022
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STORY AT-A-GLANCE

  • Researchers found 39 microplastics in surgical lung samples from 11 of 13 people. There were 12 types that would commonly be found in plastic bottles, twine, clothing and surgical masks

  • A respirator specialist says surgical masks don't meet the legal definition of a mask but rather are "breathing barriers." He was emphatic they are shedd…

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