Sharks Harbor Human Drugs, Metabolism Shifts
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Sharks in Bahamian waters found with traces of pharmaceuticals and illegal drugs, marking first detection of caffeine, acetaminophen, diclofenac, and cocaine in shark species. Human activities, including tourism and urban growth, contribute to chemical pollution in marine environments. Sharks with these contaminants show altered metabolic markers, raising concerns about long-term health effects. Research highlights the need for further investigation into chemical pollutions impact on ocean life and encourages reevaluation of our treatment of marine environments.
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