What are four nonmodifiable risk factors that contribute to atherosclerosis?
1. Age: The risk of atherosclerosis increases with age.2. Gender: Men are at higher risk of atherosclerosis than women before menopause.
3. Race: African Americans and Native Americans are at higher risk of atherosclerosis than Whites.
4. Genetics: Some people are more likely to develop atherosclerosis due to their genes.
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