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Here's a TED talk I like:

"Show me the Data!" (so I can decide for myself)

Talithia Williams, a statistician, explains how by knowing the data, we can make much better decisions.

https://www.ted.com/talks/talithia_williams_own_your_body_s_data

She explains how an OB/GYN recommended she be induced because her risk of a miscarriage would DOUBLE when she went past her due date. When she pressed for numbers, her doctor explained that her risk of miscarriage went from 1 in 1000, (0.1%) to 2 in 1000, (0.2%).

Meaning that even if she waited, the probability of NOT miscarrying would still be 99.8%.

The better you understand the numbers, (in this case the risks) the better decisions you can make.