From the deep ocean trenches to the air we breathe, microplastics have found their way into every area of the planet. Ecosystems and human health are seriously threatened by their environmental persistence and capacity to accumulate harmful pollutants. There are serious concerns over the long-term toxicological effects of microplastics, which are new pollutants that have been found in food sources, drinking water, and even human tissues.

The World Health Organization, as the global authority on public health, must examine the multifaceted challenges posed by this invisible threat through coordinated research, risk assessment, and evidence-based policy.