Personal vs. intrinsic melanoma risk awareness: results of the <scp>EDIFICE</scp> Melanoma survey

Robert, Caroline; Lebbe, Célèste; Ricard, S; Saïag, Philippe; Grange, Florent; Mortier, Laurent; Lhomel, Christine; Sassolas, B.

doi:10.1111/jdv.12900

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“…However, similarly to previous studies [22,28], our results demonstrated that caregivers possessed relatively accurate knowledge regarding the biological effects of UV light. However, this premise does not necessarily translate into appropriate sun-safe behavior [37]. The knowledge level regarding different skin types improved following our presentation, but the difference was not significant.…”

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Results of a Primary Skin-Cancer-Prevention Campaign in Early Childhood on Sun-Related Knowledge and Attitudes in Southern Hungary

Horváth

Evelin

Oláh

et al. 2021

Cancers

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Avoidance of ultraviolet (UV) exposure in early childhood is important for reducing the lifetime risk of developing skin cancer. The goal of the present prospective, multicenter pilot study was to assess the sun-protection practices in kindergartens and daycare centers and to evaluate sun protection knowledge and behavior among caregivers employed in the surveyed facilities. The study consisted of two parts. A baseline questionnaire was completed by the caregivers in relation to knowledge regarding basic sun protection and sun protection practices of the participating facilities. Afterward, a thirty-minute presentation was hosted in reference to this topic. Six months following the presentation, a follow-up questionnaire was distributed among the caregivers, evaluating the attitude-related and behavioral changes towards children. A total of 153 caregivers from five daycare centers (children between 6 months and 3 years of age) and sixteen kindergartens (children between 3 and 7 years of age) willfully participated in our study. According to our results, the main source of information regarding sun protection originated from different types of media. We found that staying in shaded areas and the use of protective clothing were not frequent in the facilities. Following our presentation regarding skin types and sunscreen use, protective measures improved, but not significantly (p = 0.222). The majority (92.31%) of caregivers distributed the information throughout their environment and also to parents. Sun protection knowledge is necessary; however, motivation among caregivers and parents and involvement of children is also relevant. Hence, a continuous, repetitive educational program regarding sun-smart behavior is deemed essential.

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