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Aids Quote by Martin Rees

“It used to be controversial whether smoking caused lung cancer, it used to be controversial whether HIV caused AIDS. Now, there are a few mavericks who deny those things. In the case of climate change, I think the debate is going the same way in that there is a strong consensus that it is a…” quote by Martin Rees
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“It used to be controversial whether smoking caused lung cancer, it used to be controversial whether HIV caused AIDS. Now, there are a few mavericks who deny those things. In the case of climate change, I think the debate is going the same way in that there is a strong consensus that it is a serious matter.”

Martin Rees

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Source Speech: Royal Society lecture, 2015

Scientific consensus on health and environmental issues is strong, yet a minority still denies facts, hindering progress.

In simple terms: Most experts agree on causes; few deny them.

Key Takeaway

Address misinformation proactively.

Themes

science public health environment

Mood

cautious reflective

Type

analytical informative

When to use this quote

  • policy making
  • education campaigns
  • media reporting

Key Concepts

consensus building risk communication

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do some reject scientific evidence?
  • How can society counteract denial?
A Different Perspective

Denial can be rooted in ideology or misinformation.

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