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Impact des micro-plastiques sur la santé humaine en Républiques Démocratique du Congo: cas de la Ville de Kinshasa
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This article reviews current knowledge on the impact of microplastics on human health in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. Researchers conducted a critical review of scientific literature on microplastic contamination in Africa and the DRC and formulated recommendations for future research and public health policies. The study indicates that more localized data collection is needed to understand the scope of microplastic exposure in the region.
This article provides a synthesis of current knowledge on the impact of microplastics on human health in the city of Kinshasa, with particular emphasis on available data from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The study is based on a critical review of existing scientific literature on microplastic contamination in Africa, and more specifically in the DRC, as well as on the formulation of recommendations aimed at guiding future research and public health policies. The results indicate that microplastics, defined as plastic particles smaller than 5 mm, represent an emerging threat to human health. In Kinshasa, their increasing presence in the environment, particularly in urban rivers, is a major concern. Ingestion through food and beverages, as well as inhalation of airborne particles, constitute the main exposure pathways for the population. In this context, strengthening plastic waste management systems and improving environmental and public health policies are urgent and essential measures in the DRC.
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