Microplastics in drinking-water
Микропластик в питьевой воде
2019-01-01
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Studies reporting the presence of microplastics in treated tap and bottled water have raised questions and concerns about the impact that microplastics in drinking-water might have on human health. This report critically examines the evidence related to the occurrence of microplastics in the water cycle (including both tap and bottled drinking-water and its sources), the potential health impacts from microplastic exposure and the removal of microplastics during wastewater and drinking-water treatment. Recommendations are made with respect to monitoring and management of microplastics and plastics in the environment, and to better assess human health risks and inform appropriate management actions, a number of key knowledge gaps are identified. © 2019 WHO
Key Findings
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It examines potential health impacts of microplastic exposure and the effectiveness of wastewater and drinking-water treatment in removing microplastics.
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Key knowledge gaps remain, limiting human-health risk assessment and the development of appropriate management actions.
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Microplastics have been reported in treated tap water and bottled water, raising concerns about potential human-health effects.
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Recommendations address monitoring and management of microplastics and plastics in the environment.
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The report critically evaluates microplastic occurrence throughout the water cycle, including drinking-water sources, tap water, and bottled water.
Research Object
Microplastics in the water cycle, including treated tap water, bottled drinking-water, and their sources
Research Subject
The occurrence, potential human-health impacts, and removal of microplastics during wastewater and drinking-water treatment
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