Publications by authors named "Anisma R Gokoel"
Objectives: To determine the sociodemographic risk factors associated with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) mortality in Suriname.
Methods: This was a retrospective cohort study. All registered deaths from COVID-19 in Suriname (=1112) between March 13, 2020 and November 11, 2021 were included.
Background: In Suriname, 20% of pregnancies end in adverse birth outcomes. While prenatal exposure to metals may lead to adverse health outcomes, exposure assessments in Suriname are scant. Environmental contamination from mercury (Hg) used in artisanal goldmining in the Amazonian Interior, and the uncontrolled use of pesticides in suburban regions are of particular concern.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe cumulative exposure to chemical and non-chemical stressors may have an impact on birth outcomes. The aim of this study is to examine the cumulative exposure of a mixture of chemicals (mercury, lead, selenium and tin) and non-chemical stressors (social support, perceived stress, probable depression and BMI) on birth outcomes (birthweight, gestational age at birth, and Apgar score at 5 min). The study population is a subset ( = 384) of the Caribbean Consortium for Research in Environmental and Occupational Health-MeKiTamara prospective cohort study.
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- Prenatal depression is a serious issue that can negatively affect both mothers and their babies, with perceived stress identified as a key risk factor during pregnancy in Suriname.
- A study involving 1,143 pregnant women used established scales to measure levels of perceived stress and depression, finding significant incidences of both during different trimesters.
- Results indicated that high stress levels in early pregnancy doubled the risk of developing depression in later trimesters, highlighting the importance of addressing stress and resilience in pregnant women's mental health care.
Article Synopsis
- Prenatal exposure to mercury, stress, and depression might negatively impact birth outcomes, especially in Suriname, where little research has been done on these factors.
- A study involving 1143 pregnant women examined the effects of mercury levels, perceived stress, and depression on issues like low birthweight and preterm birth.
- Results showed that high mercury levels increased the likelihood of preterm births and that perceived stress linked to low Apgar scores, while depression did not correlate with any adverse birth outcomes.*