Psst, hey you — wanna buy a chemical used for weed control? You know, to get it off my hands. And on yours? …Well…because it’s cheap! (Yeah, 13 million dollars might be a bit of a stretch, but at least one guy thought that’s what he might get for selling an antibiotic to the highest bidder.) Let’s talk about paraquat.
No matter how you feel about it, the facts are clear: Paraquat is toxic! While it is true that there are less dangerous herbicides out there, Paraquat is still a popular one. The fact it’s so broadly used makes education about Paraquat’s dangers significant for agricultural workers and those living in areas where it’s most heavily used.
“The best word to describe paraquat is toxic. If a food, drug or chemical were ever toxic, it would be paraquat.” – Dr. David Egilman, professor emeritus at Brown University, reported to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Paraquat is one of the most popular herbicides in the world but also one of the most dangerous. This chemical has been linked to many severe health conditions, including Parkinson’s Disease.
Suppose you want to learn about paraquat and its effects on your body. In that case, DrugWatch has created a comprehensive guide that covers all the basics about this toxic chemical and its effects on human health.
Please take a look at our page: drugwatch.com/paraquat
The paraquat chemical has harmed or killed hundreds of thousands of farmers, farm workers, and others who have been in contact with this toxic herbicide over the years. Hopefully, our article can help educate people about the potential harm that paraquat can cause and serve as a call to action to prevent further exposure.
There are many chemicals, both natural and man-made, that are recognized as being toxic for humans. Some of these chemicals are more harmful than others, and some can cause damage even when used in small doses—the health effects of paraquat exposure range from temporary wheezing to permanent nerve damage. The main concern surrounding paraquat is that it is often misused. When misused, the chemical is more likely to be inhaled or ingested into the body. This could result in unintended exposure and the potential for long-term health effects. Thankfully, many companies use the herbicide correctly and minimize risk.
Thanks to the work of scientists and researchers, we now have a much better understanding of what happens inside the brain during Parkinson’s Disease. Our health and well-being depend on research like this, so we must continue to support the people who devote their lives to such critical studies.
Authored by DrugWatch
Published by International Pain Foundation, iPain Blog, Team iPain
