The prevalence of selected pregnancy outcome risk factors in the lifestyle and medical history of the delivering population in north-western Russia.

Title	The prevalence of selected pregnancy outcome risk factors in the lifestyle and medical history of the delivering population in north-western Russia.
Authors	Arild Vaktskjold, Erna Elise Paulsen, Ljudmila Talykova, Evert Nieboer, Jon øyvind Odland
Magazine	International Journal of Circumpolar Health
Date	03/18/2012
DOI	10.3402/ijch.v63i1.17647
Introduction	A detailed birth registry has been established in Moncegorsk, a town in north-western Russia, to assess the health of the delivering population. This study examines pregnancy history and the prevalence of obesity, infections, smoking, and alcohol misuse during pregnancy. Additionally, it provides an overview of the occupational roles of the delivering women. The registry includes detailed information for 21,214 births from 1973 to 1997. Findings reveal that 15.7% of women had experienced spontaneous abortions, while 47.4% had at least one induced abortion. Over 9% had a history of pelvic inflammatory disease. A significant portion, 42.5%, were employed by a local nickel company, with 17% working in areas exposed to nickel compounds. Compared to Norway, Moncegorsk's population was younger with lower obesity and diabetes rates but had a concerning history of abortions and PID. Many women were employed in physically demanding or nickel-exposed jobs.
Quote	Arild Vaktskjold, Erna Elise Paulsen and Ljudmila Talykova et al. The prevalence of selected pregnancy outcome risk factors in the lifestyle and medical history of the delivering population in north-western Russia. Int J Circumpolar Health. 2004. Vol. 63(1). DOI: 10.3402/ijch.v63i1.17647
Element	Nickel (Ni)
Industry	Chemical Manufacturing