"Known risks" refers to potential dangers or hazards that are already familiar or recognized. It implies that the threats or uncertainties involved in a particular situation or activity have been identified and acknowledged. Full definition
High conflict personalities don't know the risks of their behaviours and decisions. (slaw.ca)
Drug manufacturers are supposed to make sure that patients and their doctors know the risks involved in taking any type of medication, especially if serious health issues may result. (druginjurylawyersblog.com)
«Stress alone does not provoke or make asthma worse, unless it is in conjunction with other known risk factors such as traffic - related air pollution,» he says. (health.com)