Microplastics in oceans may increase disability risk for coastal residents

Tiny bits of plastic found in the ocean may be tied to a higher risk of disability for people who live in coastal areas with high levels, according to a preliminary study released today, February 25, 2025, that will be presented at the American Academy of Neurology’s 77th Annual Meeting taking place April 5–9, 2025. The study looked at disabilities affecting memory and thinking, mobility and a person’s ability to take care of oneself.