Cancer risks in relation to other health hazards in a modern society

Journal Article · Thu Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 1987 · Environ. Int.; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1016/0160-4120(87)90084-5· OSTI ID:6013479

Iversen, O H

This paper is an attempt to place some of the health risks in a modern society in perspective. Apparently objective assessments of health risks are often highly value-laden, and incorporate many social assumptions. Cancer is often considered by the public to be more dangerous than many other diseases. Cancer research workers may also be emotional in their reactions to new results, and this can easily destroy their credibility. The public often seem to be more concerned with industrial carcinogens, which are probably responsible for less morbidity and mortality than an unhealthy life style. The importance of a critical scientific attitude tempered by concern for individuals is emphasized.

• Research Organization: Univ. of Oslo, Norway
• OSTI ID: 6013479
• Journal Information: Environ. Int.; (United States), Vol. 13:2
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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