Public primary and secondary skin cancer prevention, perceptions and knowledge: an international cross-sectional survey.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The incidence of melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancer is continuing to increase worldwide, with sun exposure serving as the primary external aetiologic force in its development. Despite noticeable public health efforts, there continue to be gaps in public awareness and primary and secondary prevention mechanisms. This survey study sought to investigate preventative behaviours regarding sun exposure and skin cancer detection at an international scale.

Methods

A questionnaire was submitted, both online and by telephone, to a representative sample (based on official demographic statistics on gender, age and region) of people aged from 15 to 65 originating from 23 countries. Questions dealt with demographics, sun exposure and protection, risk knowledge, self-examinat

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PROVIDER: S-EPMC6084324 | biostudies-literature | 2017 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature