Tag: Genetic risks

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), most Americans have a family history of at least one chronic disease, a prime example of a health risk factor which is not controllable. Understanding these non-modifiable risk factors, like genetics, is the foundational first step toward building a proactive and effective health strategy to manage your overall well-being.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), chronic diseases are the leading cause of illness, disability, and death in America, and many are influenced by controllable risk factors. Understanding **what are the three basic risk factors**—genetic, environmental, and behavioral—is a fundamental step toward proactive health management.