@article{ref1,
title="Making numbers matter: present and future research in risk communication",
journal="American journal of health behavior",
year="2007",
author="Fagerlin, Angela and Ubel, Peter A. and Smith, David M. and Zikmund-Fisher, Brian J.",
volume="31",
number="Suppl 1",
pages="S47-56",
abstract="OBJECTIVE: To summarize existing research on individual numeracy and methods for presenting risk information to patients. METHODS: We selectively retrieved articles from MEDLINE and the Social Sciences Citation Index. RESULTS: Many Americans have low numeracy skills, a deficit that impedes effective health care. Approaches to risk communication vary in current practice, but how risks are presented can significantly affect both patients' risk perceptions and their knowledge. CONCLUSIONS: Adhering to some basic principles for presenting risk information to patients can improve understanding. However, different risk-communication methods may be needed for individuals with high versus low levels of numeracy.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="1087-3244",
doi="10.5555/ajhb.2007.31.supp.S47",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.5555/ajhb.2007.31.supp.S47"
}