Cardiovascular disease can be attributed to this uncontrollable risk factor:
poverty
controllable risk factors
No, smoking can be stopped (and, therefore, controlled). However, family history (genetics) can't be controlled for.
Controllable risk factors are those that can be managed and lessened or reduced. Uncontrollable risk factors are like Acts of God.
The definition of uncontrollable can be found from the dictionary websites. The Free Dictionary, Merriam-Webster Dictionary, Thesaurus website. It means difficult to solve.
Risk behavior is behavior or other factor that places a person at risk for disease. These disease can include HIV/AIDS, diabetes, cancer, etc.
It is an uncontrollable body movement. Such as a twitch in a hand or arm.
risk factor
genetics
A risk factor related to the family's inability to provide sufficient financial resources to meet minimum needs
Genetics, family history of depression, and early childhood trauma are three examples of uncontrollable risk factors for depression. These factors can increase an individual's susceptibility to developing depression but cannot be changed or controlled.