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How to interpret absolute and relative risk

It’s also important to consider whether newspaper articles are addressing absolute or relative risks. Watch this video to find out more.

Newspaper headlines often report about the relative risks associated with food but what does this mean? How does a relative risk compare to an absolute risk and when should you be concerned? Watch this video to find out more.

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