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Age is one of the risk factors for this disease.
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Still, a potential future, more rigorous regulatory framework poses a possible risk factor for investors.
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Michael Khouw, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2024
High blood pressure is a major risk factor for stroke, particularly in women, according to the ASA.
—Fran Kritz, Verywell Health, 1 Nov. 2024
And prioritizing sleep is another key component, as consistent poor sleep is a risk factor for weight gain.
—Katia Hetter, CNN, 30 Oct. 2024
The oral contraceptive pill has long been known to have a similar risk factor – but the assumption had always been that the coil would not increase the risk, because of the lower levels of hormones released.
—Harriet Marsden, theweek, 28 Oct. 2024
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Michael Khouw, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2024
High blood pressure is a major risk factor for stroke, particularly in women, according to the ASA.
—Fran Kritz, Verywell Health, 1 Nov. 2024
And prioritizing sleep is another key component, as consistent poor sleep is a risk factor for weight gain.
—Katia Hetter, CNN, 30 Oct. 2024
The oral contraceptive pill has long been known to have a similar risk factor – but the assumption had always been that the coil would not increase the risk, because of the lower levels of hormones released.
—Harriet Marsden, theweek, 28 Oct. 2024
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“Risk factor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/risk%20factor. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.
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