Smoking14 X2 increased risk for developing Afib in current smokers Hypercholesterolemia Low HDL (good cholesterol) is associated with an increased risk of atrial fibrillation in women. 28% higher risk of developing Afib with each 10% decrease in HDL Diabetes15 39% increased risk for developing Afib in people with diabetes Hypertension16 Hypertension is more present in Afib than other risk factors 60%-80% of all Afib patients have hypertension X2 risk in people with elevated BPs (>150 systolic) Physical inactivity17 There is inconclusive evidence suggesting that physical inactivity is associated with an increased risk of Afib Genetics4 Whites have the highest rates of Afib compared to other racial and ethnic groups Age Large jump in Afib incidence in people +70 years old