July 23, 2025

The Parkinson Risk of Living Near Golf Courses - AI Podcast

8 minutes

Story at-a-glance

Residents within a mile of golf courses have 126% higher chance of developing Parkinson's disease compared to those living farther away
Golf course chemicals infiltrate groundwater supplies and drift through the air, creating multiple exposure pathways for nearby residents
Stricter pesticide regulations in Europe result in dramatically lower chemical hazard scores compared to American golf courses, especially in southern states
Dense residential areas near golf courses lack natural barriers, concentrating airborne pesticides and increasing your vulnerability to chemical exposure
Regular exercise helps eliminate accumulated pesticides, while water filtration and air purifiers reduce ongoing chemical exposure at home

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By Dr. Mercola

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July 23, 2025

8 minutes

Story at-a-glance

Residents within a mile of golf courses have 126% higher chance of developing Parkinson's disease compared to those living farther away
Golf course chemicals infiltrate groundwater supplies and drift through the air, creating multiple exposure pathways for nearby residents
Stricter pesticide regulations in Europe result in dramatically lower chemical hazard scores compared to American golf courses, especially in southern states
Dense residential areas near golf courses lack natural barriers, concentrating airborne pesticides and increasing your vulnerability to chemical exposure
Regular exercise helps eliminate accumulated pesticides, while water filtration and air purifiers reduce ongoing chemical exposure at home

...more