Paraquat is a toxic chemical that is widely used as an herbicide (plant killer), primarily for weed and grass control.
"Farmers had no clue. They didn't know about these risks associated with paraquat when they were using and spraying the product."
Agricultural workers say herbicide is increasing their risk of getting Parkinson's Disease
"Farmers who used rotenone and paraquat... were more than twice as likely to develop Parkinson's as those who did not use these chemicals."
The Link Between Parkinson's Disease and Toxic Chemicals
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