The plastic waste fueling fungal diseases
This week we investigate how tiny plastic pieces known as microplastics are contributing to an increase in potentially fatal diseases caused by fungi.
A recent study conducted in western Kenya found that a number of fungal species accumulate on microplastic particles in the soil that can cause serious medical problems such as swelling in the lungs.
Our reporter, Dann Okoth speaks to mycology experts about how these fungal infections are affecting Sub-Saharan Africa.
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Africa Science Focus, with Selly Amutabi.
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A recent study conducted in western Kenya found that a number of fungal species accumulate on microplastic particles in the soil that can cause serious medical problems such as swelling in the lungs.
Our reporter, Dann Okoth speaks to mycology experts about how these fungal infections are affecting Sub-Saharan Africa.
Send us your questions from anywhere in the world — text or voice message via WhatsApp to +254799042513.
Africa Science Focus, with Selly Amutabi.
Do you have any comments, questions or feedback about our podcast episodes? Let us know at podcast@scidev.net (mailto:podcast@scidev.net)
Видео The plastic waste fueling fungal diseases канала Science & Development Network
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