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1 This chapter shows that risk is a complex and multi-faceted concept. Can you identify all of the factors that influence the construction of health-related risk perceptions?

2 Identify one area of risk to public health, for example, a newly emerging infectious disease. Now think about all of the consequences of risk perceptions in relation to this. Reflect upon the likely political, economic and health consequences of risk perceptions in relation to this area.

3 Consider the role of science in relation to the conceptualization and management of health risks. How important is science within this process?