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?

Certified colors should be used, and cancer-causing ones are prohibited Signup and view all the answers

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

Raw or undercooked wild game meat Signup and view all the answers

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

Parasitic illnesses Signup and view all the answers

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

Hired farmworkers in the U.S. Signup and view all the answers

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

Bread Signup and view all the answers

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

Diarrhea, abdominal cramping, fever Signup and view all the answers

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

The very old Signup and view all the answers

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

Leaving food at room temperature for too long Signup and view all the answers

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

United States Signup and view all the answers

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

Assessment of the nature and magnitude of risks Signup and view all the answers

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

Assessment Characterization Signup and view all the answers

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

Regulations for foods and drugs Signup and view all the answers

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

Canadian Environmental Protection Agency Signup and view all the answers

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

Risk Assessment Signup and view all the answers

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

Low glycemic index foods Signup and view all the answers

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

Wheat, rice, and corn Signup and view all the answers

What is a common deficiency associated with undernutrition?

Iron Signup and view all the answers

What lifestyle is associated with the organic food industry?

Green lifestyle Signup and view all the answers

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

Calgene Corporation Signup and view all the answers

What is a common risk associated with genetically modified crops?

Environmental concerns Signup and view all the answers

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

Taking measures even if some cause and effect relationships are not fully established scientifically Signup and view all the answers

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

Kyoto Protocol on global climate change Signup and view all the answers

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

When scientific evidence is insufficient and there are reasonable grounds for concern Signup and view all the answers

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

Food industry practices that caused human illness 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?

Take immediate precautionary measures despite incomplete scientific information Signup and view all the answers

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

Large-scale development and use of synthetic organic chemicals like DDT Signup and view all the answers