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gramie t1_j1483c5 wrote

Reply to comment by kester76a in Exposure to nature linked to lower risk of Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. More green space was associated with a lower risk of Alzheimer's while exposure to greenery, park space and 'blue space' such as lakes, rivers & ponds, was associated with a decreased risk of Parkinson's hospitalisations. by MistWeaver80

Or maybe that people who have access to green spaces and lakes have higher incomes, and more money almost always gives you better health outcomes.

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kester76a t1_j149dqo wrote

I read an article about a link to poor income areas having a higher rate of pollution. Turns out exposure to lead fumes from cars causes a drop in IQs and an increase in the chance of someone committing a crime.

To make matters worse this lead stays in the soil and can be released into the air at a later date.

I would say living in a healthier environment must have some sort of impact.

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StuartGotz t1_j14tvjh wrote

it’s exposure to pollution. At least one study controlled for socioeconomic status and showed the relationship persisted.

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Splenda t1_j1akws9 wrote

Leaded gasoline was phased out more than forty years ago, but, yes, poor communities are far more polluted in many other ways.

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