University of Alberta looks at affects of exposure to metal fumes and dust on pregnancy
The University of Alberta is looking for women in trades to participate in a study it is doing looking at how their work affects pregnancy.
Little research has been done on the affects of working in trades on women’s health, according to the university, which is carrying out the study in collaboration with Northern Alberta Institute of Technology and Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training.
Investigators are looking for women in trades such as pipefitting, welding and boiler maker to determine the affect of dust and metal fume exposure on pregnancy. The study will also explore other health issues unique to women in these trades.
Women in Alberta who have taken part in apprenticeship training in one of the relevant trades at any time during the last five years are being invited to participate in the Women's Health in Alberta Trades - Metalworkers and Electricians (WHAT-ME) study. They will be asked to provide information about their health, reproductive history and work until now. They will then complete similar short questionnaires every six months.
For more information on the study visit: https://www.whatme.ualberta.ca
