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TCE Exposure Linked to 500% Higher Parkinson's Risk

10/10/2025

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A study from the Barrow Neurological Institute reveals that trichloroethylene (TCE) exposure increases the risk of developing Parkinson's disease.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned TCE due to its association with serious health issues.
Residents near Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, faced a 500% higher risk of Parkinson's from TCE contamination in their water supply.
Dr. Brittany Krzyzanowski stated the findings could guide remediation efforts in affected areas.
The study was published in the medical journal Neurology.

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A study from the Barrow Neurological Institute reveals that trichloroethylene (TCE) exposure increases the risk of developing Parkinson's disease.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned TCE due to its association with serious health issues.
Residents near Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, faced a 500% higher risk of Parkinson's from TCE contamination in their water supply.
Dr. Brittany Krzyzanowski stated the findings could guide remediation efforts in affected areas.
The study was published in the medical journal Neurology.