Top neurologists say they were snubbed in review of controversial weed killer
As deadline looms on paraquat decision, Parkinson's disease experts warn watchdog Topic: Agricultural Chemicals Topic: Agricultural Chemicals Mon 8 Jun 2026 at 4:46am Neurologist David Blacker is calling on the Australian regulator to ban the herbicide paraquat. ( Supplied ) Leading neurologists say Australia's chemical regulator did not engage with expert submissions raising concerns about paraquat's links to Parkinson's disease.
Summary by OZbrief Editorial · ABC News – Politics · Source
Take it further — get the full app and never miss a moment of what's happening in Australia.
This publisher's site can't be shown here due to their security settings.
Open full article →No source link available for this article.
Published 07 Jun 2026, 18:46 UTC · Updated 07 Jun 2026, 18:50 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: ABC News – Politics. Editorial policy · Corrections
Related stories
- Tasmania's Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary to star in docuseries
- ICAC to probe allegations against University of Wollongong executives
- AI factory 'brings into doubt' future of Tasmania's Marinus Link
- Couple left with nothing after investing $1m in 7-Eleven franchise
- North Queensland reacts to Rinehart's idea of giving islands to Musk
- Roadside stalls are booming, with 45,000 members in one group alone
Trending
- Royal Ascot 2026: horse racing updates from day five – live
- JLR at risk of battery supply delays after Somerset factory turmoil
- Tips and race-by-race guide for Wagga Wagga on Sunday
- Injury woes mount for Tigers
- Brisbane woman frustrated by ride-share drivers' costly detours on airport trip
- Kai Allen wins second Supercars race at Darwin Triple Crown