Risk assessment is a continually evolving subject with quite complex decisions.
Included here are risk factors for different disease states. Keep in mind that there is not always agreement on what are the only risk factors or how much weight each factor should be given. When there is discussion of diagnostic tests that screen for certain diseases, there may also be considerable disagreement as to whether these testing strategies are cost effective from a societal or even an individual's point of view. These listings may help you determine whether a subject should be taken up with your physician.