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Can We Trust Death Statistics?
26:49 - 35:00 (08:11)
The host discusses the authenticity of death statistics and if we can trust the trends like gunshot wounds and car accidents while highlighting the challenges and inconsistencies in data collection. She expresses fear of creating QAnon anti-vaxxers by making people believe everything is fake.
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The accuracy of death statistics varies for different causes of death and underlying conditions, making it difficult to make definitive comparisons across countries.
26:49 - 31:51 (05:02)
Summary
The accuracy of death statistics varies for different causes of death and underlying conditions, making it difficult to make definitive comparisons across countries. While overall trends and the number of deaths can provide useful insights, it is important to be mindful of potential methodological issues.
ChapterCan We Trust Death Statistics?
EpisodeThe French Paradox
PodcastMaintenance Phase
A French doctor analyzed the French paradox and found that the difference between being 30% more likely and 200% more likely is significant and requires different public policy responses.
31:51 - 35:00 (03:08)
Summary
A French doctor analyzed the French paradox and found that the difference between being 30% more likely and 200% more likely is significant and requires different public policy responses.