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New research reveals ocean plastic pollution is far worse than previously thought—millions of tons of bottles, bags, and microplastics are choking marine ecosystems. Scientists warn this isn’t just an environmental disaster but a direct threat to human health as plastic infiltrates the food chain. Using advanced modeling, researchers traced pollution from shipping lanes and rivers, showing how deeply entrenched the crisis is. Marine life is dying from ingestion and entanglement, coral reefs are suffocating, and invisible microplastics are everywhere. Experts are demanding global action: better waste systems, slashing single-use plastics, boosting recycling, and investing in biodegradable alternatives. The science is clear—our survival depends on fixing this now.

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