Silvija Stefanovic Lecture on Pesticides and Foodborne Illnesses
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What are the symptoms of Shellfish-Associated Toxins illnesses?

  • Numbness, drowsiness, incoherent speech (correct)
  • Rash, itching, swelling
  • Fever, sore throat, runny nose
  • Headache, fatigue, muscle pain

Which region is mentioned for the harvesting of shellfish associated with toxins?

  • Caribbean Sea
  • Indian Ocean
  • Pacific Ocean
  • Florida coast and the Gulf of Mexico (correct)

What causes Non-Transmissible Foodborne Illnesses?

  • Consumption of contaminated food (correct)
  • Contact with infected individuals
  • Exposure to chemicals in food packaging
  • Allergic reactions to food additives

What is a characteristic of Colour Additives mentioned in the text?

<p>Certified colors should be used, and cancer-causing ones are prohibited (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of food is highlighted for potential contamination by parasites in the text?

<p>Raw or undercooked wild game meat (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What kind of illnesses are often excreted in feces according to the text?

<p>Parasitic illnesses (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which group is described as having inadequate protections, facilities, and warnings in regards to pesticide exposure?

<p>Hired farmworkers in the U.S. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT listed as a type of food that can transmit foodborne illnesses?

<p>Bread (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some symptoms of foodborne illnesses as mentioned in the text?

<p>Diarrhea, abdominal cramping, fever (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is most at risk of severe foodborne illness according to the text?

<p>The very old (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can lead to foodborne illnesses according to Dr. Silvija Stefanovic?

<p>Leaving food at room temperature for too long (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which country are hired farmworkers described as mostly men, about half Hispanic and half foreign-born?

<p>United States (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does risk assessment involve according to the MOE Guidance document?

<p>Assessment of the nature and magnitude of risks (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what stage of risk assessment is 'Site Inspection' typically conducted?

<p>Assessment Characterization (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key application of risk assessment by Health Canada?

<p>Regulations for foods and drugs (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which organization in Canada is responsible for managing more than 20,000 substances currently in use?

<p>Canadian Environmental Protection Agency (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which stage in the risk assessment process involves 'Verification Sampling to Confirm Estimates'?

<p>Risk Assessment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of foods are recommended for stabilizing blood glucose and insulin levels?

<p>Low glycemic index foods (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which food sources supply half of the global intake of calories?

<p>Wheat, rice, and corn (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common deficiency associated with undernutrition?

<p>Iron (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What lifestyle is associated with the organic food industry?

<p>Green lifestyle (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which corporation introduced the first government-approved genetically engineered food?

<p>Calgene Corporation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common risk associated with genetically modified crops?

<p>Environmental concerns (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What summarizes the Precautionary Principle according to the 1998 Wingspread Statement?

<p>Taking measures even if some cause and effect relationships are not fully established scientifically (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which international agreement exemplifies a precautionary approach in dealing with global climate change?

<p>Kyoto Protocol on global climate change (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What situation warrants the application of the Precautionary Principle according to the European Commission Communication?

<p>When scientific evidence is insufficient and there are reasonable grounds for concern (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which industry practice is given as an example of a lost opportunity for precaution in the text?

<p>Food industry practices that caused human illness (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Precautionary Principle suggest regarding activities that raise threats of harm to human health or the environment?

<p>Take immediate precautionary measures despite incomplete scientific information (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which long-term practice is highlighted as a lost opportunity for precaution in dealing with hazardous substances?

<p>Large-scale development and use of synthetic organic chemicals like DDT (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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