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Ambient Trichloroethylene Exposure and Parkinson Disease Risk in Medicare Beneficiaries (www.neurology.org)
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Seniors living in places with the highest airborne levels of trichloroethylene showed a 10% higher risk for Parkinson's than those in areas with the lowest levels, researchers report in the journal Neurology.

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[โ€“] altphoto@lemmy.today 1 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)

Trichloroethylene (TCE) is a volatile, colorless liquid with an ether-like odor, used as a solvent for degreasing and in some consumer products like adhesives and paint removers, though its use is being phased out by the EPA due to serious health risks, including kidney cancer, liver cancer, and cardiovascular defects. Exposure can occur through contaminated water, air, or direct contact with products containing TCE.

[โ€“] altphoto@lemmy.today 1 points 2 weeks ago* (last edited 2 weeks ago)

How is it used?

Industry: Primarily used for degreasing metal parts in the manufacturing process.

Consumer Products: Found in some household items like wood finishes, adhesives, paint, and stain removers. Other uses: Historically used in dry cleaning, and chemical synthesis.