Long-Term Exposure to Air Pollution Linked to Increased Risk of Parkinson’s Disease

Air pollution linked to increased Parkinson’s risk, study finds

Long-term exposure to certain types of air pollution significantly increases the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease, according to a major new review led by researchers at the University of Cambridge. The study, published in Environment International, analysed 26 existing studies on Parkinson’s disease affecting approximately six million people worldwide. Researchers…

Long-term exposure to air pollution linked to increased risk of Parkinson’s disease

Air pollution is a major public health issue, with long-term exposure to fine particulate matter linked with an increased risk of various diseases, including stroke and dementia.

Long-term exposure to air pollution linked to increased risk of Parkinson's disease

Long-term exposure to certain types of air pollution is linked to an increased risk of Parkinson's disease, Cambridge researchers have found in a critical review of the existing evidence.

Tiny Airborne Particles Could Increase Parkinson’s Disease Risk, New Scientific Review Warns - Commonwealth Union

Healthcare (Commonwealth Union) – The detrimental effects of air pollution on health has been a key focus among a wide variety of researchers. However, determining what level of pollution and what specific components are responsible for many multiple diseases has been a key challenge. A research team from the University of Cambridge has noted that prolonged exposure to certain forms of air pollution may be associated with a higher risk of Parkin…

Air Pollution Drives Parkinson’s Risk

A new study establishes a robust link between long-term air pollution exposure and Parkinson’s disease risk.