Living near a golf course is linked to Parkinson’s risk in new study as some cite limitations

Jun 30 2025 by FOXNews.com

If living near a golf course seems scenic and relaxing, it may also be linked to a higher risk of Parkinson’s disease, according to a surprising new study that comes with some limitations.

Led by the Barrow Neurological Institute in Arizona, along with Mayo Clinic, the study found that the greatest risk was found among those who live within one to three miles of a golf course.

"The strongest effects were in municipal water service areas with a golf course and in regions with vulnerable...

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