March 23, 2026

@michaelokun

A recent announcement that a major manufacturer will no longer produce paraquat has been framed by some as a possible turning point. It is progress, and it should be recognized as such. However, paraquat remains one of the most toxic herbicides in widespread use, and decades of epidemiologic and experimental data have linked exposure to an increased risk of later Parkinson’s disease. One manufacturer leaving the market is a positive signal, but it does not signal victory. The battle is far from over. Check out my take on Substack. https://open.substack.com/pub/michaelokun/p/paraquat-and-parkinsons-why-this?r=22gpvr&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true #parkinson #michaelokun #fixelinstitute