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- fared even better with a 15 percent reduction in risk of CHD and a ten percent risk reduction in CVD. ==See also== *Cellulose *Cotton ...10 KB (1,428 words) - 17:32, 26 March 2024
- 039;s age, with those involved at increased risk of dangerous if not criminal ... alleviate psychological stress or anxiety. Risk factors for binge drinking ...37 KB (5,241 words) - 17:51, 31 October 2023
- based on the eligibility criteria. At-risk students (those with educational ... * Wollons, Roberta. Children at Risk in America: History, Concepts ...20 KB (2,954 words) - 19:10, 7 February 2023
- in the blood is associated with increased risk of cardiovascular disease ... levels in the blood increase the risk of cardiovascular disease ...15 KB (2,128 words) - 23:57, 13 January 2023
- 60 degrees typically have a low avalanche risk because of the angle of repose ... Several well-known good habits can also minimize the risk. If local ...28 KB (4,333 words) - 07:09, 23 August 2023
- ; 8 weeks (condition at start of fetal stage): The risk of miscarriage ... birth weight. Low birth weight increases risk for perinatal mortality (death ...27 KB (3,955 words) - 17:28, 26 March 2024
- investigation has found a plausible risk. Its development as part of ... even if the supporting evidence of possible risk is speculative and even if ...46 KB (6,708 words) - 18:54, 17 February 2022
- *Peer pressure. Having peers who smoke or play with fire is a risk ... mental illness.Thomas E. Smith, "The Risk of Fire - Statistical Data ...16 KB (2,341 words) - 03:40, 7 December 2022
- * some weapons proliferation risk of 233U. Thus, much development work ... aerosolized thorium can lead to increased risk of cancers of the lung, pancreas ...14 KB (1,909 words) - 23:00, 30 April 2023
- In attempting to define the magnitude of the risk and so determine how much members should contribute, friendly societies developed basic principles ...12 KB (1,802 words) - 06:44, 15 April 2024
- flammable, they do not present a high risk of fire or explosion when ... perc "to measurably increase their risk of cancer" by as much ...18 KB (2,825 words) - 21:15, 30 January 2024
- quarter on any point whatsoever and to be ready to risk loss of several million lives. But I would consider that cost very cheap and victory won at that ...17 KB (2,735 words) - 22:38, 3 April 2020
- The greatest risk of illness or injury due to dyes is by ingestion or exposure to dye dust. These scenarios are normally confined to textile ...5 KB (844 words) - 07:40, 14 June 2023
- grown from selenium-deficient soil are also at risk. Deficiency in ... any correlation between selenium levels and risk of cancer [http://www.ncbi ...23 KB (3,335 words) - 17:47, 25 January 2023
- Tolerance levels are obtained using scientific risk assessments that ... Risk of exposure to pesticide applicators, or other workers in the ...27 KB (3,879 words) - 01:03, 24 November 2022
- courage, then, is not merely willing to risk his life by rushing forward in battle. Rather he must be sufficiently composed, despite the danger ...6 KB (958 words) - 08:44, 10 January 2024
- before purchase, consumers are at higher risk of fraud on the part of the ... of a population of store clerks reduces the risk of employees stealing consumer ...21 KB (3,064 words) - 16:00, 13 February 2024
- beta-carotene have a significantly reduced risk of lung cancer. exposure have shown an increase in cancer risk. One explanation for this ...11 KB (1,641 words) - 00:37, 29 November 2023
- The primary risk associated with epoxy use is often related to the ... non-hazardous materials. One particular risk associated with epoxy resins ...16 KB (2,301 words) - 19:13, 13 February 2024
- human cognitive bias and handling of risk. Tversky was an astute observer ... *decision-making under risk (Tversky and Kahneman 1979) ...28 KB (4,170 words) - 09:22, 18 June 2021
- All people, and especially those at greater risk of health disparities ... and safety, especially those at greater risk of health disparities. ...17 KB (2,452 words) - 23:50, 3 December 2023
- them from the SS and Gestapo at great risk to himself. The two boys, ... the lives of innocent children at great risk to himself during the Nazi ...12 KB (1,835 words) - 00:59, 9 November 2022
- will, subjectivity, awareness of death, risk, responsibility, and consciousness ... They stress, then, the ambiguity and risk of life and the anxiety of ...22 KB (3,260 words) - 23:54, 24 March 2024
- and services aimed at supporting at-risk families so they can remain ... an imminent or significant long-term risk to the child's safety ...23 KB (3,360 words) - 15:33, 10 December 2023
- These cases are associated with a higher risk of death. ... is associated with an increase in mortality risk. Therefore, the decision to ...12 KB (1,771 words) - 00:38, 26 August 2020
- oxidized levels of LDL pose a heightened risk factor for cardiovascular disease. ... (fasting) blood cholesterol levels and risk for heart disease (AHA 2007): ...23 KB (3,346 words) - 17:16, 10 December 2023
- under the ages of two are at the greatest risk of both getting the disease ... immunized infants, who are at greatest risk of severe complications from ...20 KB (2,804 words) - 18:43, 4 May 2023
- during that time have found no increase in cancer risk. Chronic ethylene oxide exposure may increase the risk of cataracts in humans. ...12 KB (1,739 words) - 04:37, 22 March 2024
- #039;), are used where there is a large corrosion risk and when normal brasses do not meet the standards. Applications with high water temperatures ...6 KB (938 words) - 13:23, 11 February 2022
- sermons in a variety of denominations. The risk of taking this gamble only ... a God that might not exist rather than to risk losing infinite happiness ...20 KB (3,286 words) - 08:59, 18 November 2022
- energy dependence is associated with higher risk, because of the possible interference ... first2=Robert |title=More transitions, less risk: How renewable energy reduces ...14 KB (1,937 words) - 20:52, 8 February 2023
- to be faithful to their spouse, and high-risk groups such as sex workers ... commitment—marriage—carries the risk of negative psychological ...26 KB (3,963 words) - 10:13, 26 January 2023
- Research indicates that kimchi increases the risk of gastric cancer ... preventative effects against as well as a risk factor for gastric cancer ...18 KB (2,571 words) - 23:10, 3 March 2023
- in order to temporarily foster an at-risk child. In addition to the ... care placements, and are at the highest risk for neglect or abuse. ...21 KB (3,334 words) - 06:37, 1 April 2024
- elderly and alcoholics have an increased risk of vitamin B6 deficiency, ... the fetus. It also is used to decrease the risk of heart disease through lowering ...22 KB (3,234 words) - 20:41, 3 May 2023
- were on full alert, he was unwilling to risk his precious capital ships ... optimistic conclusions meant that the risk was justified. Admiral Togo ...14 KB (2,217 words) - 10:20, 22 September 2023
- on orders from his physician to lower his risk for diabetes) once said directly ... sweeteners: Do they bear a carcinogenic risk? Annals of Oncology 15(10 ...13 KB (1,943 words) - 00:18, 22 August 2022
- idea that monetary policy is fraught with risk and that these risks will ... if not impossible. Moreover, by shifting risk to different people or companies ...27 KB (4,108 words) - 19:56, 9 November 2022
- injection lack expertise in anesthesia, the risk of failing to induce unconsciousness ... The authors attributed the risk of consciousness among inmates to ...26 KB (3,901 words) - 23:34, 21 October 2023
- and endurance, but also carry a greater risk of training injury. Most male ... and speed and place a runner at a greater risk of injury. ...30 KB (4,587 words) - 03:03, 6 November 2022
- some intrinsic value. This eliminates the risk of carrying around precious ... *Eliminate the risk of currency failure and currency risk. ...23 KB (3,579 words) - 06:47, 12 January 2024
- The persistent risk of disappearing "last copies" ... *Heritage Preservation. A Public Trust at Risk: The Heritage Health ...28 KB (4,011 words) - 14:37, 29 January 2024
- In the meantime, Gauis is asked to take the risk of receiving the very persons whom the local church has banned. The letter is traditionally ...7 KB (1,190 words) - 18:35, 30 April 2023
- There is an ongoing debate over whether any risk from the chloroform in treated drinking water is worth the benefits. Yet, the use of elemental ...7 KB (964 words) - 18:12, 31 October 2023
- of the time would increase the types of risk and require new kinds of insurance ... overran Poland in 1939, most insurance risk was due to war. Allianz’s ...22 KB (3,101 words) - 18:30, 21 July 2023
- A person with PTSD is at a higher risk of suicide and intentional ... form of trauma places children at risk for developing psychiatric ...49 KB (6,562 words) - 21:38, 13 October 2023
- * Ellis, Richard E. The Union at risk: Jacksonian democracy, states' rights, and the nullification crisis. New York: Oxford University Press ...7 KB (1,113 words) - 00:42, 17 November 2022
- is determined by food competition and the risk of predation. Each group is ... natives of the area know very well of this risk. Spider monkeys will also ...14 KB (2,166 words) - 15:22, 27 April 2023
- Uracil can also increase the risk for cancer in cases where the body is extremely deficient in folate (Mashiyama et al. 2004). The deficiency ...14 KB (1,996 words) - 19:37, 12 November 2022
- Overconsumption of salt can increase the risk of health problems, ... insufficient salt intake, puts a person at risk of water intoxication. Salt ...36 KB (5,357 words) - 01:13, 21 April 2023
- abused as an inhalant it poses a mild asphyxiation risk through oxygen deprivation. It must also be noted that commercial product contains hydrocarbons ...13 KB (1,941 words) - 00:08, 2 December 2022
- for agricultural land have put at risk the island's dwindling ... for agricultural land have put at risk the island's dwindling ...13 KB (1,867 words) - 05:19, 31 July 2023
- Physical fitness has been shown to reduce the risk of dying prematurely ... related side effects, decrease the risk of infection, and heal and ...21 KB (3,080 words) - 15:09, 25 January 2023
- and seat belt has been found to reduce the risk of serious head injury by ... These are specifically designed to reduce the risk of injury to the ...35 KB (5,475 words) - 07:00, 16 June 2023
- cost and easy accessibility increase the risk. Attitudes and social stereotypes ... # The fourth stage can be detrimental, including risk for premature ...57 KB (7,925 words) - 23:36, 28 December 2023
- childbirth. Breast feeding also presents a risk of infection for the baby ... and urine of infected individuals, but the risk of transmission by these secretions ...36 KB (5,435 words) - 19:47, 16 October 2020
- asbestos was applied, it might not pose any risk to most users of the building ... * Dodson, Ronald F. and Samuel P. Hammar. Asbestos: Risk Assessment ...20 KB (2,941 words) - 18:08, 16 August 2023
- The highest risk categories in terms of age are adolescents and young ... the birth canal at birth, the infant is at risk of blindness, joint infection ...15 KB (2,205 words) - 11:56, 24 January 2023
- nature of health care places nurses at risk for injuries and illnesses ... Nurses are also at risk for violence and abuse in the workplace. ...27 KB (3,663 words) - 10:11, 11 March 2023
- The risk of self-inflicted sciatica has increased in recent years ... Genetics appear to influence the risk of developing disc herniation. ...16 KB (2,375 words) - 17:22, 25 January 2023
- was warned that Freddie Mac was financing risk-laden loans that threatened ... In Stiglitz' opinion, this created a risk-taking culture of investment ...40 KB (5,653 words) - 11:59, 3 May 2023
- such as cutting, however, are at higher risk of suicide. ... not die, or would not be at an elevated risk for death, were it not for ...31 KB (4,676 words) - 21:40, 26 February 2023
- global benefits, such as controlling the risk of overpopulation and the ... One approach to sex education is to view it as necessary to reduce ...26 KB (3,715 words) - 19:51, 21 April 2023
- increase. Aging also increases the risk of diseases. A number of characteristic ... * People over 35 years of age are at increasing risk for losing strength ...31 KB (4,318 words) - 06:45, 16 June 2023
- that supplementation did not reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events ... Because vitamin E can act as an anticoagulant and may increase the ...53 KB (7,528 words) - 20:41, 3 May 2023
- more important than the theoretical risk from dioxin; their cancer ... Risks and benefits are clarified by food risk assessment] ENVIRA. Retrieved ...15 KB (2,224 words) - 22:35, 1 January 2023
- environmental, and psychological factors. Risk factors include a family history ... all play a role in causing depression. Risk factors include a family history ...48 KB (6,504 words) - 22:08, 7 January 2024
- Unfortunately, the method poses a potential risk of explosion by overheating ... inhaling nitrous oxide, users face the risk of injury or death from anoxia ...20 KB (2,927 words) - 02:28, 16 November 2022
- disorders. Children with ADHD have a higher risk for migraine headaches, but ... ===Suicide risk=== Systematic reviews conducted in 2017 and 2020 found ...46 KB (6,136 words) - 00:44, 23 January 2024
- other male birds in the area aware of the risk of fighting a breeding competitor ... to flee perceived danger. Because of the risk of escape, chickens raised ...29 KB (4,637 words) - 15:23, 10 December 2023
- delicacy, despite (or perhaps because of) the risk they pose to life and limb. South America has two species of rhea, mid-sized, fast-running ...7 KB (1,107 words) - 06:45, 17 July 2022
- cancer.gov/cancertopics/factsheet/Risk/radon National Cancer Institute ... *Cole, Leonard A. ‘‘Element of Risk: The Politics of Radon. American ...15 KB (2,200 words) - 22:50, 7 December 2022
- subjected to abusive behavior are at risk of stress related illness ... a prejudicial view of subordinates can be a risk factor.Blake Ashforth, "Petty ...28 KB (4,146 words) - 18:43, 22 November 2023
- health care professionals consider that the risk of leaving these conditions ... and Gynecology, 1999]. When balancing risk and reward, there are recommendations ...27 KB (3,908 words) - 11:29, 18 April 2023
- Changing wind conditions are another risk factor. In conditions of ... suit flying and sky surfing, have a higher risk factor due to the lower mobility ...19 KB (3,068 words) - 22:48, 29 January 2023
- aerobic exercise reduces drug addiction risk, decreases drug self-administration ... ===Risk factors=== There are many known risk factors associated with ...52 KB (7,118 words) - 05:48, 15 June 2023
- and gastroenteritis, increase the risk for a relapse (Confavreux 2002). ... the first few months after delivery, the risk for a relapse is increased ...42 KB (6,258 words) - 02:34, 11 March 2023
- Shedding new light on wood smoke: a risk factor for respiratory health] Eur. Respir. J. 27:446-47, 2006. Retrieved October 1, 2007. ...7 KB (1,034 words) - 21:19, 30 January 2023
- risk: we jump to conclusions from deductively insufficient premisses. ... take the risk. Yet we are also aware that such inference is defeasible—th ...20 KB (3,113 words) - 22:38, 5 February 2023
- vomit may carry disease and increases the risk of infection (TO 2006; VPIC ... in the wound, which can also increase the risk of infection. ...20 KB (3,061 words) - 06:24, 6 March 2023
- was down to its last gyroscope, the choice was to risk losing control or destroying the observatory. NASA de-orbited the bus-sized satellite into the ...8 KB (1,080 words) - 19:04, 7 February 2023
- UNDP works to reduce the risk of armed conflicts or disasters, and ... Examples of UNDP risk reduction programs include efforts to control ...15 KB (2,145 words) - 11:43, 3 May 2023
- from normal. They may intervene in high risk situations such as breech ... testing may be carried out for at-risk pregnancies. The midwife discusses ...32 KB (4,799 words) - 10:57, 10 March 2023
- to a live conductor, thereby increasing the risk of deep tissue burns. On the ... to pose a particular hazard to reduce the risk of electrocution. In the United ...22 KB (3,364 words) - 00:16, 13 February 2024
- Effect: Strategic Enabler or Operational Risk?] U.S. Army War College Strategy ... otherwise prefer to minimize political risk by remaining noncommittal ...16 KB (2,425 words) - 10:13, 25 November 2023
- Factors placing an individual at high-risk of homelessness include: * Poverty: People living in poverty are at a higher risk of becoming ...25 KB (3,643 words) - 14:08, 3 May 2023
- * Critical or critically endangered: faces an extremely high risk ... * Endangered: faces a very high risk of extinction in the near future ...22 KB (2,981 words) - 16:35, 5 January 2021
- from the United States. Still, there was a risk to overt missionary work, as the treaty had not yet been tested in action, so Allen was assigned ...8 KB (1,205 words) - 15:02, 2 February 2024
- * Shock Risk (formerly known as Class E): Fires that involve any of the materials found in Classes A and B, but with the presence of any electrical ...16 KB (2,510 words) - 19:51, 26 March 2024
- of real integrity, who takes a great risk it confronting King Balak ... account. Balaam had blessed Israel at the risk of his life in front of a ...16 KB (2,754 words) - 04:16, 11 January 2023
- various forms of reenactment combat, to reduce the risk when shot at people. These arrows may have heads that are very wide or padded. In combination ...17 KB (2,657 words) - 03:58, 15 August 2023
- hazardous processes with minimal risk to the planetary environment ... benefits were outweighed by the increased risk to crew and vehicle. ...17 KB (2,555 words) - 19:04, 7 February 2023
- Silane is a chemical compound with the chemical formula SiH4. It is the silicon analog of methane and, like methane, it is a gas at ordinary ...8 KB (1,184 words) - 22:02, 29 January 2023
- chair of the political science department at risk. Undaunted, he continued to support these organizations as well as offering personal introductions ...9 KB (1,221 words) - 16:45, 12 April 2024
- supplements effectively eliminate the risk of ingesting the toxic metals that are often associated with raw dolomite. ==See also== ...8 KB (1,190 words) - 16:38, 29 January 2024
- persons in the community rises, and the risk of an outbreak of measles ... Unvaccinated populations are at risk for the disease. After vaccination ...18 KB (2,539 words) - 09:34, 10 March 2023
- The risk in a competently performed medical circumcision is very low ... of circumcision status and a reduced risk of HIV infection, as well ...30 KB (4,501 words) - 22:23, 10 December 2023
- him, Say also placed great emphasis on the risk-taking entrepreneur and even ... are forecasters, project appraisers, and risk-takers as well. Out of their ...17 KB (2,645 words) - 16:56, 2 April 2024
- desirable after several years to reduce the risk of escape to the environment ... amount of fissile material (eliminating the risk of predetonation by nearby ...18 KB (2,638 words) - 16:50, 5 November 2022
- use of chopsticks may slightly increase the risk of osteoarthritis in the hand ... wood bleached white that may pose a health risk, causing coughing or even ...24 KB (3,847 words) - 17:19, 10 December 2023
