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Age is one of the risk factors for this disease.
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Air pollution has previously been established as a risk factor for Alzheimer’s, as well as other chronic conditions, like hypertension, stroke and depression, the researchers noted.
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Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 20 Feb. 2026
In addition, there is evidence that magnesium deficiency may be a risk factor for osteoporosis (low bone density).
—Md Published, Verywell Health, 19 Feb. 2026
The duration may be longer depending on whether the clot was provoked by a temporary risk factor or reflects an ongoing predisposition.
—Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 18 Feb. 2026
The main risk factor is family history.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 18 Feb. 2026
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Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 20 Feb. 2026
In addition, there is evidence that magnesium deficiency may be a risk factor for osteoporosis (low bone density).
—Md Published, Verywell Health, 19 Feb. 2026
The duration may be longer depending on whether the clot was provoked by a temporary risk factor or reflects an ongoing predisposition.
—Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 18 Feb. 2026
The main risk factor is family history.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 18 Feb. 2026
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“Risk factor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/risk%20factor. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026.
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