A pilot study of a telehealth family-focused melanoma preventive intervention for children with a family history of melanoma.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Melanoma preventive interventions for children with familial risk are critically needed because ultraviolet radiation (UVR) exposure and sunburn occurrence early in life are the primary modifiable risk factors for melanoma. The current study examined the feasibility and acceptability of a new, family-focused telehealth intervention for children with familial risk for melanoma and their parents. The study also explored changes in child sun protection and risk behaviors, sunburn occurrence, and objectively measured UVR exposure.

Methods

This was a prospective study with a single-group design (n = 21 parent-child dyads, children ages 8-17). Dyads were asked to participate in three in-person assessments and three live video teleconference intervention sessions.

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SUBMITTER: Wu YP 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6980884 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature