Living Near a Golf Course Might Raise Your Risk of Disease

Golf courses, often seen as serene retreats, could be raising your risk of Parkinson’s disease by up to 126% according to a new study in *JAMA Network Open*. Researchers linked this increase to pesticides used on the greens, which might seep into nearby water or air. However, critics argue that other factors like genetics and environmental pollution contribute more significantly. While farmers already face elevated Parkinson’s risk, the study’s scope—focusing solely on golf courses—leaves questions unanswered about other high-pollution areas like public parks. The findings spark debate about cause and effect, highlighting how science must continue to explore these connections.