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TUESDAY, May 30, 2023 (HealthDay News) Microplastic pollution is altering the gut microbiomes of wild seabirds and that could be a warning sign for humans, researchers report.
In this week's issue of our environment newsletter, we look at the effect of microplastics on seabirds and how to protect your pets from wildfire smoke.
Scientists have found evidence that microplastics in the digestive tract of seabirds altered the microbiome of the gut increasing the presence of pathogens and antibiotic-resistant microbes, while decreasing the beneficial bacteria found in the intestines.