Nanoplastics can interact with a protein in the brain linked to Parkinson’s disease and some types of dementia, according to a study led by Duke University published in Science Advances. The study suggests the growing presence of nanoplastics in the environment could contribute to increased Parkinson’s disease risk, highlighting a need for further research into how different types of plastics may affect human health.
British hospital group declares ‘major incident’ following cyberattack
A “major incident” has been declared by the NHS Trust responsible for a group of hospitals in northwest England due to a cyberattack. The online
