Why governments need to send everyone washing-machine filters — and fast | GUEST COMMENTARY

When you wash a load of clothing made from synthetic fabrics, like polyester and nylon, millions of tiny fibers break off and flush into the environment where they're ingested by everyone, including newborns.

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