Microplastics in drinking water present ‘low’ risk: WHO
By DW
24 August 2019 |
10:25 am
The World Health Organization has said that the level of microplastic particles in drinking water isn't a major cause for concern. However, it warned that more research was needed into their effects on human health.
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