risk factors: the factors that indicate the likelihood that an individual might get an illness such as heart disease; these factors include genetic traits (such as gender and family history) and lifestyle practices and habits (such as diet and smoking)

Factors that increase the likelihood that a disorder will develop, and exacerbate the burden of existing disorder. Risk factors indicate a person's vulnerability, and may include genetic, biological, behavioural, socio-cultural and demographic conditions and characteristics. Most risk (and protective factors) for mental health lie outside the domain of mental health and health services-they derive from conditions in the everyday lives of individuals and communities. Risk and protective factors occur through income and social status, physical environments, education and educational settings, working conditions, social environments, families, biology and genetics, personal health practices and coping skills, sport and recreation, the availability of opportunities, as well as through access to health services.

Factors that predispose an individual to developing a disease. Examples include family history, age, blood pressure and smoking.

Risk factors are reasons that someone may be more likely to get a particular disease or condition, such as osteoporosis. For example, using corticosteroid medications is a "risk factor" for osteoporosis. Some risk factors cannot be changed, such as your sex, family history of osteoporosis, or hereditary makeup. Some risk factors can be changed. Risk factors that may be changed are called "modifiable" risk factors. These include riskd such as improper diet, excess alcohol intake, smoking, and lack of exercise.

Elements in one's life that are associated with a greater likelihood of attempting or committing suicide (i.e. mental illness, family history, physical illness, etc.).

A characteristic, sign, symptom, or test score taht is associated with increased probability of developing a health problem. For example, people with hypertension have increased risk of developing coronary heart disease.

A behavior or characteristic that is shown to be associated with health conditions.

Anything that increases an individual's chance of getting a disease such as cancer. The risk factors for breast disease are a first degree relative with breast cancer, a high fat diet, early menstruation, late menopause, first child after 30 or no children.

Conditions that are statistically likely to make surgery more dangerous.

Inherited or inborn characteristics, environmental exposure or aspects of personal behaviour that affect the probability of the risk of an individual developing or progressing with a disease.

are an aspect of personal behaviour or lifestyle, environmental exposure, or inborn or inherited characteristic, which, on the basis of epidemiologic evidence, is known to be associated with a health-related condition.

In medicine, a risk factor is something that may make you more prone to developing a particular condition or disease. For example, smoking is a risk factor for lung cancer and sun exposure a risk factor for skin cancer.

Certain habits and/or factors which have been shown to increase one's risk of developing coronary artery disease.

Conditions that increase the likelihood of a certain outcome. WMSD risk factors are conditions that increase the likelihood of developing a work-related musculoskeletal disorder.

Factors contributing to an increased risk of problems. Some conditions of a work environment or system may increase physical stress, including awkward postures, repetitive strains, or poor lighting.

The possible underlying causes (for the stroke) such as smoking, high blood pressure, family history of stroke, weight.

variables associated with a higher risk of developing a disorder.

Factors that have been shown (through data collection and research) to be associated with the development of a particular medical condition (eg, smoking is a risk factor for lung cancer).

factors which influence an individual's risk of developing osteoporosis. Common risk factors are: female; age 50 or older; prolonged hormonal imbalances; past menopause, early or surgical menopause; insufficient calcium in one's diet; limited exposure to sunlight or insufficient vitamin D; not enough physical activity; family history of osteoporosis; caucasian or asian ancestry; thin or small boned; smoking; excess of caffeine or alcohol; certain medications; primary hyperparathyroidism; previous osteoporotic fracture; history of hyperparathyroidism

Conditions or agents that increase a person's chances of getting cancer. Risk factors do not necessarily cause cancer; rather, they are indicators, statistically associated with an increase in likelihood.

Attributes, experiences, and exposures that increase the probability of occurrence of WMD. Risk factors include repetitive, forceful, or prolonged exertions: frequent or heavy lifting: pushing, pulling, or carrying of heavy objects: fixed or awkward postures: contact stress: localized or whole-body vibration: and temperature extremes and poor lighting (leading to awkward postures). These risk factors can be intensified by work organization characteristics, such as inadequate work-rest cycles, excessive work pace and/ or duration, unaccustomed work, lack of task variability, machine work, and piece rate. Specific dose-response relationships between ergonomic risk factors and work-related musculoskeletal disorders are not yet known.

Anything that has been identified as increasing an individual's chance of getting a disease.

Relevent agents or causes, either inherited or due to lifestyle choices, that increase the chance of developing a disease. Risk factors for developing colon and rectal cancer are separated by average risk and increased risk. Average risk: All men and woman aged fifty and older Increased risk: A personal history or family history of one or more of the following: colorectal cancer benign colorectal polyps ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease ovarian, uterine or breast cancer

Conditions that increase a person's chances of getting a disease (such as cancer). Risk factors do not cause the disease, rather they indicate that a person has a higher chance of getting the disease.

Most products contain features that may increase the risk of adverse events (side effects experienced due to a specific therapy). These product features may include osmolality, amount of salt and sugar, pH and IgA content. The individual product features mentioned above as well as the combination of those product features can pose a substantial risk factor for specific patient groups

Job and/or workplace requirements or conditions that pose stress on the body, resulting in the development of musculoskeletal injuries. The predominant risk factors known to contribute to musculoskeletal injuries are repetitive exertions, rapid motions, high forces, contact stresses, extreme postures, vibration, and low temperatures.

Medical, genetic, environmental or other conditions which are known to increase the risk of the development of a second disease. For example diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol are all risk factors for later development of coronary artery disease.

'Those characteristics, variables, or hazards that, if present for a given individual, make it more likely that this individual, rather than someone selected at random from the general population, will develop a disorder' (Mrazek and Haggerty, 1994, p. 127).

An agent that is believed to increase the probability of a cer­tain outcome or illness.

for disease are characteristics that are associated with higher risk of developing specific health problems. Click here for a list of risk factors.

Conditions of a job, process, or operation that contribute to the risk of developing CTDs.

Habits or characteristics which can increase the likelihood of developing heart disease. See risk factors. Non-modifiable risk factors (risk factors that cannot be changed): Family history of coronary disease or stroke Age Sex Modifiable risk factors (risk factors that can be changed): Smoking High Blood Pressure (hypertension) Diet high in animal fats Sedentary lifestyle (couch potato) Diabetes Stress Type "A" personality Obesity Excessive use of alcohol

Certain hazardous or dangerous characteristics which tend to increase the chances of developing and/or complicating coronary artery disease.

the factors contributing to the risk associated with a single use case path. See also criticality, defect probability, frequency, and volatility.

factors that are positively associated with the risk of developing a disease but are not sufficient to cause the disease.

Habits, traits, or conditions in a person or in the environment that are associated with an increased chance (risk) of disease.

Factors related to age, other medical problems, and lifestyle choices that increase the likelihood of a person developing an illness.

Conditions that determine how much chance of loss there is in insuring an individual or a group.

Any genetic trait, medical condition, specific behavior or environmental exposure that is associated with an increased chance (risk) of an individual developing a disease.

Used to help assess an individual’s predisposition to heart disease; includes heredity, blood pressure, diabetes, smoking, weight, cholesterol, exercise, emotional stress, age, sex, and body build.

factors that make it more likely that individuals will develop a disorder; risk factors may encompass biological, psychological or social factors in the individual, family and environment

Risk factors are traits or habits that make a person more likely to develop a disease. Some risk factors can be controlled, while others - such as age and gender - cannot be. Controllable risk factors for hypertension include cigarette smoking, high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol, overweight or obesity (Read about " Obesity"), and physical inactivity. (Read about " Heart Risks")

Clearly defined characteristics (such as family history, weight, or the results of certain blood tests, among others) known to increase the chance of developing a certain disease.

Refers to behaviors and conditions that increase the possibility of an individual developing a disease. Smoking is a risk factor for lung cancer. Jobs that expose a person to blood or the use of illegal drugs are risk factors for acquiring a hepatitis B or C infection.

Factors that can lead to adolescent problem behaviors. These are typically classified within four realms: community, family, school, and individual/peer. They include, among other things, extreme social and economic deprivation; family conflict; lack of commitment to school; and alienation. (For a more detailed discussion, see the Planning chapter.)

Traits that make it more likely that a person will get an illness. For example, a risk factor for getting type 2 diabetes is having a family history of diabetes.

are the criteria used to identify the relative significance of, and likelihood that, conditions and/or events may occur that could adversely affect the organization. (520.04.6)

An aspect of a job that increases the worker's chance of getting a work-related musculoskeletal disorder.

Characteristics often present among families experiencing family violence. The presence of these characteristics does not always result in maltreatment, nor do the factors themselves necessarily cause family violence.

features or exposures that are associated with a greater risk of ill health in an individual.

Conditions, activities, or behaviors that increase an individual’s chance of developing a certain disease. Risk factors are identified by observing large groups of people and seeing what they have in common. Having a risk factor does not guarantee a person will acquire or develop a disease. For example: smoking is a risk factor for lung cancer.

Conditions that increase a person’s chance of getting a disease; risk factors do not cause cancer; rather, they are indicators, linked with an increased risk.

Factors that may increase the chance a person will develop lung cancer.

Factors that the insurance company takes into consideration when calculating your premium for permanent or term life insurance; these include your age, your health, whether you use tobacco, your family health history, and the type and amount of life insurance you're buying.

Factors (hereditary, aging, eating habits, etc.) that increase the chances of having a disease.

Major or contributing factors to the development of heart disease.

Health condition(s) or behavior(s) that are associated with an increased risk of developing a particular disease (such as coronary artery disease).

Factors that have been shown to increase one’s odds of developing a disease. In Alzheimer’s disease, the only established risk factors are age, family history, and genetics.

an aspect of a job that increases an operatorâ€(tm)s chance of getting a work-related musculoskeletal disorder. There are several basic risk factors, including force, posture, repetition and vibration.

anything that increases a person's chance of developing cancer.

Behaviors and conditions present in the child, parent or family that will likely contribute to child maltreatment occurring in the future.

conditions that lead to diseases or comorbidities. Obesity-associated risk factors include hypertension, impaired glucose tolerance and hypercholesterolemia.

A risk factor is a concept in finance theory such as the CAPM, APT and other theories that use pricing kernels. In these models, the rate of return of an asset (hence the converse its price) is a random variable whose realization in any time period is a linear combination of other random variables plus a disturbance term or white noise.