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We help people navigate risk information. Initiative by @senseaboutsci.bsky.social, IPUR and @lr-foundation.bsky.social #RiskKnowHow

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Risk know-how @riskknowhow.bsky.social · Nov 27

Hello 👋 Bluesky!

Risk know-how is a platform which helps communities navigate risk information.

We provide resources and case studies to help communities understand risk, offering tailored help to assess claims + data about risks

Find out more about #RiskKnowHow 👉 riskknowhow.org

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Risk know-how helps communities navigate risk information, balance harms and benefits, and decide when to act

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Risk know-how @riskknowhow.bsky.social · 7h

If you’re interested in learning more, explore our resources below on HRT therapy and breast cancer risk(1), and the role of mammography screening in early detection of breast cancer (2)here: 👉 (1) bit.ly/4pTi7aU and (2) bit.ly/3KyrSv5.

Risk know-how @riskknowhow.bsky.social · 7h

🎗️October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month which aims to increase awareness and promote behaviour change for early detection of breast cancer.We recognise that talking about breast cancer can be daunting, but understanding the evidence and risks in context can make decisions easier.

Risk know-how @riskknowhow.bsky.social · 5d

Meet risk practitioner Dr Aliya Syahreni Prihartadi, a doctor in the UK helping patients weigh up risks and trade-offs in healthcare. By cutting through medical jargon, they make healthcare decisions clearer and more informed for their patients. Read more on their perspective here:👉 bit.ly/3IMsLjc

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 8d

The 2025 #MaddoxPrize shortlist is here! This year, 6 researchers from around the world are recognised for standing up for science and evidence-based policy in the face of adversity.

Read their stories here ➡️ senseaboutscience.org/activities/2...

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Risk know-how @riskknowhow.bsky.social · 12d

Understanding what phrases like that really mean is important to understand real-world risks in context. Click the link to watch a video from The Winton Centre which explains relative vs absolute risk, and asks ‘double what?’ bit.ly/3W6PiKy

Risk know-how @riskknowhow.bsky.social · 12d

It's #WorldContraceptionDay, a day that promotes awareness and access to contraception for all. Access to clear information about contraception is vital, but, in some cases, when talking about contraception, phrases like “doubling the chance of blood clots” can be misleading.

Risk know-how @riskknowhow.bsky.social · 12d

Meet risk practitioner Francesca Agostini, a Clean Air advocate with Green School Runs in the UK. They work to make air pollution risks real and relatable, shifting the focus from micrograms of NO2 to impacts like asthma, cancer or Parkinson's.Discover their perspective here:
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Risk know-how @riskknowhow.bsky.social · 19d

Farmers face climate impacts that threaten yields, livelihoods & force displacement. Risk practitioner Adanna Henri Ukoha supports farming communities through workshops and outreach, sharing environmental risks and sustainable coping strategies. Find out how here: 👉 bit.ly/3VxvcJ

Risk know-how @riskknowhow.bsky.social · 20d

We also produced a video which compliments the guide published on our website. It breaks down each point, ensuring effective communication during flood emergencies. Watch in English and Spanish our website here 👉👉http://bit.ly/4mo1P7b

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Risk know-how @riskknowhow.bsky.social · 21d

As today is World Patient Safety Day which centres around safe care for every newborn and child, we wanted to share the Harding Center’s MMR vaccine resource which supports confident, evidence-based decisions. 👉 bit.ly/3VmYYjU

MMR vaccine

In this video, the Harding Center summarised the potential benefits and harms of the combined MMR vaccination based on the available scientific studies.

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Risk know-how @riskknowhow.bsky.social · 21d

Navigating risk information, to make safe, informed choices can sometimes be a challenge. So, we collated resources from all over the world that can help understand risk concepts in many different settings.

Risk know-how @riskknowhow.bsky.social · 21d

Our 8 points for effective flood risk communication, developed from insights collected after flash floods in Spain, aims to serve others planning risk communications to ensure they are useful, actionable and keep people safe. Read the resource here bit.ly/4mo1P7b

Risk know-how @riskknowhow.bsky.social · 22d

Back-to-school = back online.
From cyberbullying to AI-driven platforms, it’s vital to know the real risks young people face when using technology both in school and at home.
Explore Risk know-how’s video resources on AI and online safety:
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Risks of Artificial Intelligence

This 8-part video series covering topics from cyber fraud, online disinformation to cyberbullying highlights the impact of AI in the age of the internet. Learn how you can spot the use of AI, understa...

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Risk know-how @riskknowhow.bsky.social · 26d

Meet risk practitioner, Rocío Pérez-Benevente, a journalist at Maldita Ciencia. They used science communication and infographics to put AZ vaccine risks into context, helping people make informed decisions. Discover their perspective on Risk know-how website. 👇
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Risk know-how @riskknowhow.bsky.social · Aug 28

Meet Becky Jones, a science communications professional promoting transparency in biomedical research. She explains how clear reporting of animal studies helps the public understand scientific risks. Learn more on the Risk Know-how website. 👇

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Risk know-how @riskknowhow.bsky.social · Aug 8

Meet risk practitioner Emmanuel Adinya, they’re helping refugees from Myanmar to navigate living in a challenging and risky environment. Understand their perspective on the importance of Risk know-how by visiting our website.👇

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Risk know-how @riskknowhow.bsky.social · Jul 25

You can find more information about our global community of risk practitioners here ➡️https://riskknowhow.org/risk-know-how-around-the-world/

Risk know-how @riskknowhow.bsky.social · Jul 25

For this #DrowningPrevention day, the world is telling stories of changemakers who are helping to save lives. Read the testimonies of our Risk know-how practitioners who provide vital water safety education to understand their perspective on effective risk communication.

Risk know-how @riskknowhow.bsky.social · Jul 24

Good communication is always a challenge — doing it during a crisis takes it to the next level. Last week, @mc-climent.bsky.social shared lessons from real emergencies at @ucm.es summer courses.

Read her key takeaways & our work on risk comms ➡️ riskknowhow.org/growing-dema...

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Risk know-how @riskknowhow.bsky.social · Jul 23

It would've informed the owners of 10 million phones a 35-second warning 'take action' in the most affected areas, and informed 67 million people to 'be aware' in the region.

Risk know-how @riskknowhow.bsky.social · Jul 23

After initial tweaks, the team tested the algorithm on data from the 2023 Turkey-Syria earthquake and would've clarified the scope of the risk, tailored to affected populations.

Risk know-how @riskknowhow.bsky.social · Jul 23

🧵Take a look at this piece published in @science.org where Android technology is being used to develop an earthquake warning system. It aims to supplement existing detection networks and help residents in countries that might lack traditional seismic networks.

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Google alerts offer quick, cheap earthquake warnings

In 3 years, system embedded in Android phones sent warnings to millions of users in 98 countries

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Risk know-how @riskknowhow.bsky.social · Jul 17

While averages are useful to provide a quick summary of the dataset, they might hide information about the spread, range, and outliers of the data. Discover information you can look at to guide decisions about temperatures here riskknowhow.org/make-sense-o...

Beyond average temperatures

This resource explains what important information is hidden when we only communicate average temperatures in climate discussions. Discover how we can understand large datasets and find the critical in...

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Risk know-how @riskknowhow.bsky.social · Jul 17

‪On 14 July, @metoffice.gov.uk published their ‘State of the UK climate’ report. Since the 80s the UK climate has been warming at a rate of approximately 0.25°C per decade, which might not seem like a lot, but temperature extremes have increased, becoming more frequent and more intense. 👇

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Risk know-how @riskknowhow.bsky.social · Jul 2

Risk practitioners like Bambang help communities around the world navigate risk information to make informed decisions and trade-offs.

👉 Discover more of our risk practitioners here – tinyurl.com/42634epr

All practitioners

Every day, thousands of people all over the world are helping their communities to make sense of risk. Many are doing this with limited support or tools.But despite the different cultures and varied e...

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