High levels of drugs found in water pollution study of England’s south coast

Scientists say marine life is being harmed by human chemicals from recreational drugs, antidepressants and oestrogen

A study looking at water pollution on the south coast of England has revealed high levels of potentially harmful chemicals including recreational drugs and antidepressants.

Scientists involved in the research say marine life is being harmed by human chemicals, pointing to evidence that oestrogen in water can feminise male fish through biological changes.