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THE FACTS

Algae: Motor Neuron Disease

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Like many aquatic systems, Tasmanian rivers and lakes have been impacted by a type of single-celled microalgae called blue-green algae (also known as Cyanobacteria, or more colloquially, pond scum).

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Agricultural Runoff: Parkinson's

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Some of the most feared diseases of our time are the so-called neurodegenerative conditions. Examples are Alzheimer type dementia (AD), Parkinson’s disease (PD) and Motor NeuronDisease...​​​

Microplastics: Chronic illness

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Studies on the prevalence of micro/nanoplastics, and the potential negative health effects of them are rapidly growing and are increasingly indicating that they pose a serious threat to human health...​​

Composting & Waste sites

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Are you living near a composting or waste facility? You might be wondering how it affects your health. Here’s what you need to know.​​

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