Publications by authors named "L Swanepoel"

Objective: This study aimed to explore the preprofessional identity of undergraduate nutrition and dietetic students to guide curriculum development to better support the expectations of students and promote career readiness in a changing profession.

Design: Qualitative focus group discussions in March, 2021.

Setting: An Australian university.

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  • Trichomonas gypaetinii was found in 88% of Bald Eagles sampled, indicating it is common among this species in the USA.
  • No Golden Eagles tested positive for the parasite, suggesting a species-specific prevalence.
  • Despite the high rate of infection in Bald Eagles, none showed any related health issues or lesions.
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Background And Objectives: In most western countries, older adults depend on private cars for transportation and do not proactively plan for driving cessation. The objective of this review was to examine current research studies outlining effective interventions and strategies to assist older adults during their transition from driver to driving retirement or cessation.

Research Design And Methods: A search was completed across 9 databases using key words and MeSH terms for drivers, cessation of driving, and older adult drivers.

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Background/aim: Picky eating is a common childhood phenomenon that impacts many families' occupations surrounding mealtimes. Evidence of the effectiveness of Occupational Performance Coaching (OPC) for caregivers of children suggests it may represent a useful occupation-focused intervention for parents of picky eaters. Using an OPC-targeted intervention, this study aims to report preliminary effectiveness, explore the experience of parents' participation, and investigate factors that influence the OPC intervention.

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The genus contains numerous species of subcutaneous parasites of mammals and reptiles. In North America, there are at least three mammal-infecting species of . Reports of infections have been reported from river otters () since the early 1900s; however, little is known about the species infecting otters or their ecology.

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