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Kathleen M Gray1, Catherine E LePrevost2, W Gregory Cope2
1Center for Public Engagement with Science, University of North Carolina Institute for the Environment, CB 1105, Chapel Hill, NC 27599-1105, USA.
Fisheries
|July 26, 2021
Summary
Clearer fish consumption advisories are needed. Anglers want simplified messages and visuals on signs to understand safe fish consumption, especially from polluted waters.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Health
- Risk Communication
- Public Health
Background:
- Fish consumption advisories aim to reduce health risks from consuming contaminated fish.
- Effective communication of these advisories is crucial, particularly for diverse angling communities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of signs in communicating fish consumption advisory information.
- To gather feedback from anglers on improving advisory sign clarity and accessibility.
Main Methods:
- A case study approach was used, involving stakeholder consultations.
- Focus group discussions were conducted with 38 English- and Spanish-speaking anglers in North Carolina.
Main Results:
- Anglers found current advisory signs confusing regarding serving sizes and subgroup recommendations.
- Participants suggested using visuals, simpler language, and locally relevant translations for better understanding.
- The state wildlife agency was identified as a more frequent information source than signs.
Conclusions:
- Current fish consumption advisory signs require improvement for clarity and accessibility.
- Tailored communication strategies, including visual aids and simplified language, are essential for at-risk populations.
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