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Atherosclerosis Risk Factors
Scientists do not know the exact cause, but they do know that certain conditions increase your chance of developing Atherosclerosis.
Do You Have Any Of These Risk Factors?
Risk factors that you can’t control:
 Age—as you get older, your risk increases. Men-after 45, women-after 55.
Family history of early heart disease or stroke.
Risk factors that you can control:
 High blood pressure
High blood cholesterol
Cigarette/tobacco smoking
Diabetes
Overweight
Lack of physical activity
Stressful lifestyle
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