In some studies, at the end of them, I see:

“quitting smoking reduces your chance of dying from all causes.”

So if I quit smoking I’m less likely to get hit by a bus?

  • @AbouBenAdhem
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    317 days ago

    Your chance of dying from all causes is just your overall chance of dying.

    • @KintarianOP
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      217 days ago

      Then they should say that unless their audience is other scientists.

      • @mvirts
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        217 days ago

        *moves period three words to the left

        Ready to publish!