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Parkinson’s Disease – A New Risk Factor Discovered
A Parkinson’s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects the central nervous system and causes several symptoms that significantly impact the quality of life of those affected. The causes of the disease have been researched for a long time, and the scientific community increasingly identifies the role of environmental and genetic factors. In recent years, several studies have addressed various risk factors, paying particular attention to pesticides and their effects. During the research, numerous chemicals were analyzed, and it was found that certain pesticides, such as DDT, pose a particularly high risk. Additionally, genetic background plays a key role, as the presence of certain gene variants may increase the likelihood…