THE HIDDEN DANGERS OF LIVING NEAR A GOLF COURSE...

Health Risk - Studies indicate individuals residing within approximately one mile of golf courses face a 126% increased risk of Parkinson's disease [1] - The ingestion of pesticides, rather than inhalation, is considered a primary concern due to water source contamination [2] - Pesticides like rotinone and parakquat, known mitochondrial toxins, are implicated in inducing Parkinson's disease [2] Environmental Concerns - Pesticide runoff from golf courses can contaminate local water sources [2] - Contaminated water sources expose residents to pesticides through drinking water [2] Causation - Pesticide exposure is a known factor in the development of Parkinson's disease [3] - The study suggests a link between living near golf courses, pesticide exposure, and the increased incidence of Parkinson's disease [1][2]