[Effect of vibration, noise, physical exertion and unfavorable microclimate on carbohydrate metabolism in workers engaged into mining industry and machine building].

The authors studied influence of vibration, noise, physical overexertion and microclimate on carbohydrates metabolism and insulin resistance in metal mining industry workers. Findings are that vibration disease appeared to have maximal effect on insulin resistance test results and insulin level. The authors suggested biomarkers for early diagnosis of insulin resistance disorders in metal mining industry workers.

[Hygienic assessment of the immunobiochemical status of children of Far North aboriginal nationalities].

The study covers the influence of tuition, dwelling and nutrition conditions in boarding school on metabolism and immunity of pupils during the initial and final stage of tuition. The actual dietary intake in boarding school was found to have a carbohydrate bias and be short of micronutrients. The study established age-specific and regional peculiarities of immunological and biochemical parameters of schoolchildren's health status in Far North.

[Early clinical and laboratory signs of exposure to nickel in electroplating shop workers].

The authors studied diagnostic value of biochemical, immunologic parameters in workers exposed to lower levels of nickel. Suggestion is a complex of characteristics having the highest sensitivity and appropriate in screening for early changes in health state of workers exposed to nickel.