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The impact of microplastic pollution on health Zubir, Arina Azmina Ahmad
Environmental and Toxicology Management Vol. 4 No. 2 (2024): Contaminants of Concern, Health Risk evaluation and Management of Air Pollutant
Publisher : Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama Surabaya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33086/etm.v4i2.6962

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Air pollution is an increasingly pressing global issue that has serious impacts on health. The presence of microplastics has polluted almost all ecosystems on earth. Microplastics measuring less than 5 mm can enter the body through the digestive tract, respiration, or contact with the skin. The impacts that can be caused by microplastic pollution include digestive disorders, immune reactions, and accumulation of toxicity in the body which can cause long-term health problems. Some steps that can be taken to avoid microplastic pollution are replacing disposable containers with reusable containers, replacing disposable plastic bags with shopping bags, being careful in using cosmetic products that do not contain polyethylene and polypropylene.
The role of environmental factors on disease and transmission of infectious diseases Gifari, Rizki Muhammad; Zubir, Arina Azmina Ahmad
Environmental and Toxicology Management Vol. 4 No. 3 (2024): Integration of Phytoremediation and Environmental Factors in Addressing Polluti
Publisher : Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama Surabaya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33086/etm.v4i3.7099

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Infectious diseases remain a major global health problem, with environmental factors playing a significant role in the transmission and burden of disease, especially in densely populated areas. This literature review aims to evaluate the impact of environmental factors on infectious diseases. Data were collected from previous studies through platforms such as Google Scholar. The results showed that poor environmental conditions such as air pollution, lack of access to clean water, inadequate sanitation, and poor waste management contribute to increased incidence of diseases such as ARI, tuberculosis, and diarrhea. The studies analyzed highlighted significant associations between these environmental factors and health outcomes. This review underscores the need for targeted interventions to improve environmental conditions and reduce the burden of infectious diseases in communities. By understanding the relationship between environmental factors and disease transmission, we can develop effective prevention strategies to reduce exposure to pathogens and improve public health.