Methanol poisoning causes brain damage, blindness, and death worldwide

Methanol-laced alcohol is causing widespread brain damage, blindness, and death globally. Thousands have died and tens of thousands have been poisoned by methanol, a cheap alcohol substitute, often found in unregulated or black market spirits. The problem is exacerbated by high alcohol taxes and taboos, leading to a thriving illicit market and making it difficult to track and treat outbreaks.