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    • Prenatal exposure to cadmium, placental permeability and birth outcomes in coastal populations of South Africa 

      Röllin, Halina B.; Kootbodien, Tahira; Channa, Kalavati; Odland, Jon Øyvind (Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2015-11-06)
      Background The impact of prenatal exposure to cadmium (Cd) on birth outcomes is an area of concern. This study aimed to assess an impact of prenatal Cd exposure on birth outcomes in distinct coastal populations of South Africa. <p>Methods Cadmium was measured in maternal blood (CdB) (n = 641), cord blood and in maternal urine (n = 317). This investigation assessed the associations between CdB ...

    • Reduction of in utero lead exposures in South African populations: Positive impact of unleaded petrol 

      Röllin, Halina B.; Olutola, Bukola G; Channa, Kalavati; Odland, Jon Øyvind (Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2017-10-16)
      Background:<br>Prenatal exposure to lead (Pb) has been shown to have negative and irreversible health impacts on foetal and early childhood development, affecting morbidity and mortality in adulthood. This study aimed to assess in utero Pb exposure, examine birth outcomes, and identify confounding factors in the large cohort of South African population, following the legislated removal of Pb from ...