Impact of Marine Pollution on Human Health and the Environment

Abstract

Development of fisheries has assumed considerable importance in recent years throughout the world and the biologists are of the opinion that, it is only the sea resources that can adequately support the growing population by way of food supply, which the land resources cannot. Eating fish protect us against variety of diseases and illness in adults, such as cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, depression, psoriasis, prostate cancer, stroke and autoimmune disease. Water covers more than 70 percent of the Earth’s surface. While less than three percent of this water is drinkable, all of it is necessary for supporting life on Earth. Water pollution is one of the biggest threats to the environment today. Addressing the pollution on marine resources, this study has stressed the impact of marine pollution on human health and the environment.

Water pollution has been extensively documented as a contributor of health problems in humans and marine ecosystems. It has a huge impact on our lives, and we should play an important part by not throwing thrash or chemicals into our water bodies. We can contribute to the improvement of aquatic life and of our health in general. Not only the government but also the non-governmental organizations as well as every individual should contribute their part in conserving our resources to lead a healthy life. Every individual can impart their duty to safe guard the global commons, namely the ocean.