6000 families in NorthPop!

We are pleased to announce that over 6000 families now are part of the NorthPop study! Considering the circumstances surrounding the coronavirus pandemic we are so happy and grateful that participants continue to see the value in the study and are interested in taking part. Now around 18,000 individuals (mothers, partners and children) are part […]

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One thousand thanks to one thousand Skellefteå families!

NorthPop is very happy to announce that 1000 families in Skellefteå and its neighbouring areas are now participating in the study. The interest in the NorthPop study is huge. Close to 8 out of every 10 families coming for their routine ultrasound choose to take part. NorthPop, which started in Umeå in 2016, started up […]

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First scientific publication from the NorthPop study

A sub-study shows that pregnant women in Västerbotten gain more weight and are less physically active during their pregnancy than recommended. This increases the risk of emergency caesarean section and bleeding, and is associated with poorer perceived health during pregnancy. – This is an important finding as it shows that there are opportunities to improve […]

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