Publications by authors named "A M Nesbitt"
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- In May 2017, whole-genome sequencing became the main method for identifying bacterial strains in Canada, leading to the discovery of 16 multi-jurisdictional outbreaks linked to frozen raw breaded chicken products between 2017 and 2019.
- Of the 487 reported cases, there were 79 hospitalizations and 2 deaths, mainly involving individuals with a median age of 24 years, with the majority of outbreaks linked to a specific bacterial strain.
- Following ineffective prior measures, new regulations were introduced in 2019 to enforce manufacturing practices aimed at reducing bacteria levels, and since their implementation, no further outbreaks related to these products have occurred in Canada.
Nontyphoidal infections are a leading cause of enteric disease in Canada, most commonly associated with foodborne exposures. Raw frozen breaded chicken products (FBCP) have been implicated in 16 outbreaks between 2017 and 2019. This study quantified the impact of the 1 April 2019 requirement by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) for manufacturers to reduce in raw FBCP.
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- The study investigated factors linked to low self-compassion among young adults, identifying a range of sociodemographic, psychological, and lifestyle elements.
- Data from a large sample (682 participants) were analyzed to find that 16% reported low self-compassion, with notable factors including female gender, poor sleep, overeating, and higher stress levels.
- The findings highlight the complex interplay of various influences on self-compassion, suggesting a need for further research on causality and potential interventions.
Background: Recreational water activities at beaches are popular among Canadians. However, these activities can increase the risk of recreational water illnesses (RWI) among beachgoers. Few studies have been conducted in Canada to determine the risk of these illnesses.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjective: To describe the diagnosis, management, and outcome of a dog with a right distal radial osteochondroma that penetrated the ulna, causing expansile lysis and fracture.
Animal: A 9-month-old entire female German Shorthaired Pointer.
Clinical Presentation, Progression, And Procedures: The dog had a 2-month history of weight-bearing lameness of the right forelimb and a 2-week history of a progressively enlarging, firm swelling on the distolateral antebrachium.