In our area, exposure often comes from everyday routines rather than “one big incident.” Common Frankfort scenarios include:
- Property maintenance and landscaping: treating weeds, mowing treated areas, or using concentrate products without knowing how residue behaves over time.
- Roadside and easement spraying: herbicide applications along routes people commute on, where wind drift or overspray may reach yards, gardens, or nearby buildings.
- Worksite exposure: groundskeeping, facility maintenance, agricultural support roles, and other jobs where herbicides are applied on a schedule.
- Secondhand contact: family members exposed through work boots, gloves, clothing, or shared equipment.
The key is not just that a weed killer was used—it’s how the product was used, where it was used, and when you were exposed in relation to your diagnosis.


