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Definition of Risk factor
Medically reviewed by Dr. Otari Nergadze, Neurosurgeon | Updated: January 2026
Risk factor: Something that increases a person's chances of developing a disease. For example, cigarette smoking is a risk factor for lung cancer, and obesity is a risk factor for heart disease.
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