Stating relative reduction of 15% in smoking is disingenuous. Absolute reduction is 2.3%. Still worthwhile. In my opinion, BMJ editors should ensure that absolute and relative are always apparent.
Yours faithfully,
Manas Sikdar
Competing interests:
No competing interests
20 July 2014
Manas K Sikdar
GP
Albion Street Surgery, Brighton.
Albion Street Surgery. 9 Albion Street Brighton. BN3 1TB
Rapid Response:
Stating relative reduction of 15% in smoking is disingenuous. Absolute reduction is 2.3%. Still worthwhile. In my opinion, BMJ editors should ensure that absolute and relative are always apparent.
Yours faithfully,
Manas Sikdar
Competing interests: No competing interests