Everyday Anarchism 176. Building a World without Parkinson's -- Ray Dorsey
Jan 7, 2026
Ray Dorsey, a neurologist and co-author of The Parkinson's Plan, dives deep into the environmental roots of Parkinson's disease. He argues that man-made chemicals are significant, preventable culprits behind rising rates of the illness. Dorsey connects the dots between industrialization and public health, revealing links between pesticides and Parkinson's risk. He emphasizes the need for radical changes and prevention strategies, offering practical actions to mitigate risks and improve lives. A compelling call for a healthier future!
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Parkinson's As A Largely Man-Made Disease
- Parkinson's rise is largely environmental rather than genetic according to long-term epidemiology.
- Ray Dorsey argues chemicals in food, water, and air have driven Parkinson's growth and are preventable.
Sabbatical Sparked The Parkinson's Plan
- Ray used a sabbatical to study why Parkinson's exploded since its 1817 description.
- He traces the rise to environmental changes tied to industrialization and chemical use.
The Epidemiologic Transition Explains New Diseases
- Epidemiologic transitions show societies move from infectious to degenerative, man-made diseases.
- Dorsey connects industrialization and new technologies to modern rises in diseases like Parkinson's.
