The Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority is reviewing and restricting the use of the chemical paraquat due to its potential link to Parkinson's disease.
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Updated Sep 9
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The Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority is reviewing and restricting the use of the chemical paraquat due to its potential link to Parkinson's disease.
How it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Pocock launched a Senate inquiry into paraquat use after APVMA allowed its continued use.1 source
- Syngenta ceased selling paraquat in Australia.Sub-event
- Label restrictions on the pesticide paraquat are being phased out.Sub-event
Regulator reviews and restricts paraquat use due to concerns over Parkinson's disease link.1 source