Discarded coronavirus protective equipment threatens marine environment

PPE litter on a beach in southern San Francisco

PPE litter on a beach in southern San Francisco Source: AP

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Left-over protective equipment for COVID-19 is endangering sea life as it creates a litter hazards on some beaches.

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