preexisting

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Preexisting medical conditions such as asthma or congestive heart failure are common risk factors which can contribute to poor outcomes from infectious diseases such as influenza.

From Science Daily • Oct. 9, 2023

Preexisting models essentially ignored the possibility of strong fields because their effects would usually be irrelevant.

From Scientific American • Feb. 2, 2023

Preexisting natural gas leases that account for less than 1% of active federal leases in Colorado won’t be affected.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 12, 2022

Preexisting conditions included serious ailments such as cancer or heart disease as well as more common conditions such as high cholesterol, high blood pressure, asthma, diabetes and obesity, and temporary conditions including pregnancy.

From Washington Times • Oct. 26, 2020

Preexisting conditions for critters can be just as troublesome from an insurance point of view as preexisting conditions for people.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 15, 2019