Absolute v. Relative Change : Two Different Ways of Saying the Same Thing

Relative measures tend to exaggerate effects (perception of risk, benefit)

Video published on 12 Sep 2015 by H. Gilbert Welch.

Dr. H. Gilbert Welch explains why the general public has exaggerated perceptions of the health risks they face – as well as exaggerated expectations of the benefit of medical care.

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