How plastic straw ban negatively affects people with disabilities

The video discusses the environmental backlash against plastic straws, leading to bans in many places. While these bans are praised, they negatively impact people with disabilities who rely on plastic straws. Alternatives like paper, metal, bamboo, and glass straws are inefficient or unsafe. The absence of straws poses risks, especially for those with mobility issues, potentially causing choking or liquid entering the lungs.

What are some reasons for the backlash against straws?

How do plastic straws affect people living with physical disabilities?

What are the limitations of current alternatives to plastic straws?

What safety risks are associated with using hard and inflexible straws?

In what ways can going without straws be problematic?