Environmental Exposure to Golf Course Pesticides and the Risk of Parkinson’s Disease: A Review of Epidemiological Evidence

Author: Khirstyn-Lien Journal of Epidemiology Date: January 18, 2026 Abstract Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder influenced by both genetic and environmental factors. Recent epidemiological studies have explored a potential association between residential proximity to golf courses and increased PD risk, hypothesizing pesticide exposure as a contributing mechanism. This article synthesizes current peer-reviewed research, including … More Environmental Exposure to Golf Course Pesticides and the Risk of Parkinson’s Disease: A Review of Epidemiological Evidence