Environmental risk factors and Parkinson's disease: Historical perspective

Key Points

• Parkinson's disease has connections to specific environmental risk factors, influencing neurodegeneration.
• Key historical factors highlight exposure to certain chemicals and pollutants over time, affecting incidence rates.
• Observational analysis reviews literature relating environmental factors and Parkinson's disease incidence from diverse geographical contexts.
• Findings suggest the need for further investigations into environmental correlations and potential preventive measures.