# Ep. 11 The Chemicals Around Us, Real Causes Of Parkinson’s: Dr. Ray Dorsey | This is Parkinson's Podcast

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Published: 2026-05-20T14:25:00+00:00
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Is Parkinson’s disease truly genetic, or is it an unnatural consequence of our environment? In this powerful episode of This Is Parkinson's, host Lisa Volenec is joined by world-renowned neurologist Dr. Ray Dorsey, co-author of Ending Parkinson’s Disease. Together, they expose how hidden chemical exposures in our food, water, and air are driving the global spike in neurological disorders—and what we can do to stop it. In this episode, we discuss: The Genetic Myth: Why 87% of Americans diagnosed with Parkinson's have absolutely no family history or genetic risk factors. The Toxic "Big Three": How common chemicals like Paraquat (weed killer), TCE (industrial degreaser), and chlorpyrifos are targeting the human nervous system. Real-World Exposure Risks: The surprising data linking Parkinson's risks to living near golf courses, agricultural areas, and contaminated military bases like Camp Lejeune. Actionable Prevention Strategies: Dr. Dorsey’s top practical, low-cost tips to protect your remaining dopamine-producing nerve cells (including water filtration and air purification). Whether you are living with a diagnosis, caring for a loved one, or looking to protect your family's future, this episode provides an essential roadmap for preventative brain health. Resources Mentioned: Join the global movement: PD Avengers Support the mission: This Is Parkinson’s Non-Profit 👉 Don't forget to follow, rate, and share this episode to help amplify the stories that spark real change! Hit that Follow button to join our community. Whether you’re a patient, a caregiver, or an advocate, we’re here to show you that you don’t have to navigate this journey alone. ━━━━━━ ꕤ Support the mission of This is Parkinson’s Donate here: https://bit.ly/thisisparkinsonsdonate ━━━━━━ ꕤ Follow us: Instagra…

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