Question

What is the FIRST thing you should do when you speak to this community about the risk from the PFAS contamination? (select one option only)

		Discuss sources of scientific uncertainty
		Compare the magnitude of this risk to other risks
		Express empathy and understanding
		Present and explain the results of testing

Answer 1

PFAS: PFAS means Per and polyfluoroalkyl substances are a group of synthetic chemicals , have been in use from 1940s and are resistant to heat , water and oil. They are mostly used in consumer products like food packaging, stain repellents , non stick pans etc. Exposure to high levels of PFAS can produce adverse health effects in human beings.  

Answer: Present and explain the results of testing. ( Option 4)

Center for Disease Control and Prevention recommends to educate Health care providers regarding the risk from PFAS contamination. When speaking to healthcare providers, first of all present and explain the results of various tests conducted in the labs. As still researches are going on regarding  the Adverse effects of PFAS, more evidences are  needed for mass public education. Health care providers have to understand the significant of the risk in exposure to PFAS.

Other options are wrong:

Option 1: Discuss sources of scientific uncertainty.

Scientific uncertainty can be discussed lastly, as the evidences of risk from PFAS are more , when compared to the benefits.

Option 2 : Compare the magnitude of risk to other risks, comparing the risk can come after presenting the test results.

Option 3: Express empathy and understanding, Community , who have already suffering from the danger of PFAS , have to recieve the empathy and understanding from speakers. Health care providers need education not empathy or understanding.