Plastic pollution poses a significant threat due to microplastics, tiny particles formed from degrading plastics that pervade human bodies and the globe. Two recent studies highlight microplastics' potential health risks, including inflammation and cancer, as they accumulate in human tissues like arteries and organs. A novel study offers hope with a biodegradable sponge capable of removing up to 99.9% of microplastics from water, invented from squid chitin and cellulose. However, resistance from the fossil fuel industry hinders broader adoption of safer bioplastics, and further research is needed on microplastics' impact on health, especially concerning neurological risks.