Overview
Paraquat is a widely used herbicide banned in 32 countries but still legal in the U.S. for restricted use. Multiple peer-reviewed studies have established a strong association between paraquat exposure and Parkinson’s disease. ELG represents farmers, applicators, and others who have been diagnosed.
Who is affected
- Licensed pesticide applicators
- Farmers and farmworkers
- Agricultural mechanics and equipment handlers
- Residents of agricultural communities
Conditions and diseases
- Parkinson’s disease
- Parkinsonism