Q J Med 2003; 96: 455
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Communication of risks: an analysis beyond numbers
Mayo Clinic
Rochester
USA
e-mail: ghosh.amit@mayo.edu
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Sir,
The recent commentary by Professor McManus1 provides an excellent overview of Dr Gigerenzers book, and summarizes the overwhelming appeal of natural frequency over traditional descriptions of risks as