When relative risks are inflated and absolute risks ignored, the result is not informed consent but unnecessary anxiety. Let’s not lose sight of moderation—in drinking and in public health messaging.
I like your way of dissecting the findings: Relative vs. absolute risk. My take on the surgeon general's statement is that it was absolute rather than scientific. It smelt of the temperance league if anything at all.
I like your way of dissecting the findings: Relative vs. absolute risk. My take on the surgeon general's statement is that it was absolute rather than scientific. It smelt of the temperance league if anything at all.