Publications by authors named "Shawn Ting"
The rapid emergence of antimicrobial resistance is a global concern, and high levels of resistance have been detected in chicken populations worldwide. The purpose of this study was to determine the prevalence of antimicrobial resistance in and spp. isolated from healthy chickens in Timor-Leste.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFSmallholder pig production in Timor-Leste is culturally and economically important for most households. However, regular and ongoing disease surveillance and pig husbandry training for farmers are limited. This article describes collaborative social and diagnostic research followed by a pilot community engagement program to improve farmer and technician knowledge, skills, and working relationships.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: Antibiotic resistance is a global health threat, and there is growing concern on the inappropriate use of antibiotics in the livestock sector especially in low and middle income countries. The purpose of the study was to understand the knowledge, attitudes and practices on antibiotic use and antibiotic resistance of government animal health workers in Timor-Leste.
Method: A cross-sectional survey using a census approach was conducted between August 2021 and January 2022 focusing on government animal health workers involved in field work and access to antibiotics.
Article Synopsis
- Antibiotic resistance is a serious global health issue, especially due to the improper use of antibiotics, and this study focused on smallholder pig farmers in Timor-Leste to assess their understanding of the topic.
- The research revealed a significant lack of knowledge among farmers, with only 12.7% recognizing antibiotics, and even fewer (3.6%) knowing if their pigs had received any.
- Findings indicate a need for better access to veterinary services and education on antibiotic use to combat resistance and improve farming practices in the region.
Monitoring veterinary antimicrobial use is part of the global strategy to tackle antimicrobial resistance. The purpose of this study was to quantify veterinary antimicrobials imported into Timor-Leste between 2016 and 2019 and describe the antimicrobial import profile of importers. Data were obtained from import applications received by the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries (MAF) of Timor-Leste.
View Article and Find Full Text PDF