Disposable masks used during COVID-19 detrimental to human health environment Research

Category : Plastic pollution | Location : National  | Posted on 2025-09-15 07:48:26

A recent study revealed that the use of around 129 billion disposable face masks per month during the Covid-19 pandemic has significantly contributed to land and water pollution, as there was no effective plan for their recycling and disposal.

Source: https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2025/Sep/09/disposable-masks-used-during-covid-19-detrimental-to-human-health-environment-research