What factors may increase risk of Parkinson’s disease?

Through research, certain similar characteristics have allowed experts to determine a handful of potential risk factors when it comes to developing Parkinson’s:

• Age: The majority of Parkinson’s disease diagnoses occur in the latter stages of life, beginning in a person’s late-50s or around 60 years of age and older.
• Sex: Men are more prone to developing Parkinson’s disease than women (approximately one and a half times more likely).
• Genetics and toxin exposure: Heredity research is still ongoing, but it is believed that having a close relative with the condition increases the chances somewhat. The more relatives with Parkinson’s disease the higher the chances of development. Long-term exposure to toxins and chemicals can also increase risk.