Table 4 Types of Evidence Reported by Newspapers
Type of Evidence | # of articles (% of total) | Supporting potential CJD Transmission by blood | Against potential CJD Transmission by blood or unsure |
|---|---|---|---|
General Statement of Risk | 212 (87) | 64 | 148 |
Expert Opinion* | 47 (19) | 9 | 40 |
Basic Science/Animal Study | 11 (4) | 10 | 1 |
Case Report | 12 (5) | 12 | 0 |
Epidemiological Study | 5 (2) | 0 | 5 |