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</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</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Parasitic illnesses</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.</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</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    What is a common deficiency associated with undernutrition?

    <p>Iron</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What lifestyle is associated with the organic food industry?

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

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

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

    What is a common risk associated with genetically modified crops?

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

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