Younger Groundwater Associated with Greater Risk of Parkinson’s Disease in Nationwide Medicare Study: Implications of Aquifer Type (P3-16.001)

Key Points

• This research aims to explore how the age of groundwater relates to the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease.
• Nationwide Medicare data was analyzed to determine the association between groundwater age and Parkinson's disease.
• Environmental factors related to aquifer types were considered in the analysis.
• Statistical methods were applied to evaluate the relationship.
• Younger groundwater was associated with a higher risk of Parkinson's disease.
• Specific aquifer types significantly impacted the level of risk observed.
• Findings suggest environmental interventions may be necessary to mitigate risks.