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  • Q fever
  • Human
  • Coxiella
  • Bacteria
  • Alberta;
  • British Columbia
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A pilot study of Coxiella seroprevalence in occupationally exposed individuals in the Peace River region of Alberta and British Columbia

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A pilot seroprevalence study was performed among asymptomatic occupationally exposed individuals in June, 2016 in the Peace River region of Alberta and British Columbia. Five of 40 subjects — 3 of 24 small ruminant producers, 1 of 14 abattoir workers, and 1 of 2 veterinarians had evidence of Coxiella exposure. More
systematic surveillance and more active promotion of biosecure husbandry methods should be considered.