Tag: Masks
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The Environmental Impact of COVID-19 Masks
The Urgent Call for Rethinking Mask Usage A recent study published in Environmental Pollution highlights the significant environmental challenges posed by the rampant use of face masks during the COVID-19 pandemic. With billions of masks disposed of worldwide, we face a growing crisis in plastic pollution that could extend for years. The Scale of the…
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Environmental Impact of COVID Masks: A Long-Term Concern
The Environmental Crisis of COVID Masks As the world grapples with the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, a new study published in Environmental Pollution highlights an overlooked crisis: the environmental impact of face masks. With billions of masks used globally, the long-term ramifications on our planet are becoming increasingly concerning. Production of Face Masks Initially…