scholarly journals Patient Attitudes and Their Awareness Towards Skin Cancer–Related Apps: Cross-Sectional Survey

10.2196/13844 ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (7) ◽  
pp. e13844 ◽  
Author(s):  
Theresa Steeb ◽  
Anja Wessely ◽  
Sebastian Mastnik ◽  
Titus Josef Brinker ◽  
Lars Einar French ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Skin Cancer ◽  
Patient Attitudes ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional

scholarly journals Patient Attitudes and Their Awareness Towards Skin Cancer–Related Apps: Cross-Sectional Survey (Preprint)

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Theresa Steeb ◽  
Anja Wessely ◽  
Sebastian Mastnik ◽  
Titus Josef Brinker ◽  
Lars Einar French ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Skin Cancer ◽  
Information Source ◽  
Previous History ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Categorical Variables ◽  
General Interest ◽  
Continuous Variables ◽  
Patient Attitudes ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional

BACKGROUND In the emerging era of digitalization and electronic health, skin cancer–related apps represent useful tools to support dermatologic consultation and examination. Yet, little is known about how patients perceive the value of such apps. OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to investigate patient attitudes and their awareness toward skin cancer–related apps. METHODS A cross-sectional study including 200 patients from the oncological outpatient unit was conducted at the University Hospital (LMU Munich, Germany) between September and December 2018. Patients were asked to complete a self-administered questionnaire on the popularity and usefulness of health-related and skin cancer–related apps. A descriptive analysis was performed with the expression of categorical variables as frequencies and percentages. For continuous variables, the median and range were indicated. Contingency tables and chi-square tests were performed to investigate associations between sociodemographic data and selected items of the questionnaire. RESULTS A total of 98.9% (195/197) of patients had never used skin cancer–related apps or could not remember. In 49.7% (93/187) of cases, patients were unsure about the usefulness of skin cancer apps, whereas 42.6% (78/183) thought that skin cancer apps could supplement or support the professional skin examination performed by a physician. However, 47.9% (90/188) were interested in acquiring more information by their dermatologists about skin cancer apps. Young age (P=.002), male gender (P=.02), a previous history of melanoma (P=.004), and higher educational level (P=.002) were significantly associated with a positive attitude. Nevertheless, 55.9% (105/188) preferred a printed patient brochure on skin cancer to downloading and using an app. CONCLUSIONS The experience and knowledge of skin cancer–related apps was surprisingly low in this population, although there was a high general interest in more information about such apps. Printed patient brochures were the preferred information source.

scholarly journals Skin cancer awareness and sunscreen use among outpatients of a South African hospital: need for vigorous public education

2018 ◽  
Vol 60 (4) ◽  
pp. 53
Author(s):  
N. C. Dlova ◽  
R. Gathers ◽  
J. Tsoka-Gwegweni ◽  
R. J. Hift
Keyword(s):  
Skin Cancer ◽  
South African ◽  
Survival Rates ◽  
Cancer Awareness ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
South Africans ◽  
Melanoma Incidence ◽  
Skin Cancers ◽  
Black Patients

Background: Melanoma incidence among white South Africans is increasing. Among black individuals, melanoma is associated with advanced stage at presentation and significant mortality.Objectives: A study was undertaken to assess the perception of skin cancer risk, knowledge of skin cancer, and understanding of the importance and use of sunscreens among South Africans.Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted in general outpatients over four months at a large central hospital in Durban, South Africa.Results: Only half the white respondents reported regular use of a sunscreen. Among black and Indian respondents, the number was substantially lower. Less than 20% of white respondents had ever checked their skin for suspicious moles. Most black patients were not aware that they are at risk of skin cancer, and only 10% were aware of the risk of developing skin cancers on acral sites and nails.Conclusions: There is a worrying lack of knowledge about skin cancer and sun protection behaviours among all South Africans. Given the increase in melanoma incidence and racial disparities in survival rates, it is imperative to target each population with effective, culturally sensitive educational programmes.

scholarly journals Patient attitudes and understanding about biosimilars: an international cross-sectional survey

2016 ◽  
pp. 937 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ira Jacobs ◽  
Ena Singh ◽  
Lea Sewell ◽  
Ahmad Al-Sabbagh ◽  
Lesley G Shane
Keyword(s):  
Patient Attitudes ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional

Factors Associated with Skin Cancer Prevention Practices in a Multiethnic Population

1999 ◽  
Vol 26 (3) ◽  
pp. 344-359 ◽  
Author(s):  
Karen Glanz ◽  
Robert A. Lew ◽  
Valerie Song ◽  
Valerie Ah Cook
Keyword(s):  
Skin Cancer ◽  
Cancer Prevention ◽  
Sun Protection ◽  
Skin Cancer Prevention ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Staff Members ◽  
Multiethnic Population ◽  
Sun Protection Practices ◽  
Multiethnic Sample

A better understanding of factors influencing sun protection practices can improve the design and evaluation of skin cancer prevention programs. These data are from a cross-sectional survey of 756 parents with children in Grades 1 through 3, and 176 recreation program staff members in a multiethnic population in Hawaii. Questionnaires asked about skin cancer prevention practices (sunscreen use, covering up, shade seeking), knowledge, benefits and barriers, policies, and staff norms for prevention. The most important correlates of children’s prevention practices were their parents’ sun protection habits. Multiple regression models—which included knowledge, beliefs, program policies, and covariates related to sun protection—explained a total of between 38% and 41% of the variance in children’s sun safety habits, 22% to 25% of parents’habits, and 24% of recreation staff members’sun safety habits. The models were less successful at predicting the use of hats, shirts, and shade seeking and a composite sun protection habits index. Parents and caregivers’knowledge, beliefs, and behaviors, as well as recreation program policies, are strong predictors of sun protection practices among children in Grades 1 to 3 in a multiethnic sample.

scholarly journals Attitudes and Behaviors That Impact Skin Cancer Risk among Men

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (19) ◽  
pp. 9989
Author(s):  
Gabrielle J. Adams ◽  
Elianna K. Goldstein ◽  
Beth G. Goldstein ◽  
Kristen L. Jarman ◽  
Adam O. Goldstein
Keyword(s):  
Skin Cancer ◽  
Sun Exposure ◽  
Sun Protection ◽  
Amazon Mechanical Turk ◽  
Protective Behaviors ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitudes And Behaviors ◽  
And Behaviors ◽  
Protective Methods

Despite substantially higher skin cancer risks, little research has investigated men’s attitudes about skin cancer and how those attitudes relate to their risks of developing skin cancer. This study aims to close the gap in research, regarding men’s perceptions and behaviors about skin cancer, sun exposure, and tanning. This study utilized a cross-sectional survey of 705 men recruited from Amazon Mechanical Turk (MTurk), reporting attitudes and behaviors towards sun exposure, tanning, and sun protection. While the majority of men reported large daily outdoor activities, that their skin frequently burns with sun exposure, and riskier perceptions of tanning, only a minority reported daily use of sunscreen or most other sun protective behaviors. More sun protection methods were associated with more frequent use of sunscreen and less positive tanning perceptions. Men consistently engaged in high-risk behaviors for developing skin cancer, but they did not engage highly in protective behaviors to mitigate their risk. The findings can help improve clinical and public health interventions to lower men’s risk of skin cancer with strong messages about sunscreen use and sun protective methods.

scholarly journals A Cross-Sectional Survey of Knowledge of Skin Cancer in Saudi Arabia

2021 ◽  
pp. 2021076
Author(s):  
Hend Al-Atif
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Skin Cancer ◽  
Population Sample ◽  
Sun Exposure ◽  
Incidence Rates ◽  
Common Source ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Awareness Campaigns ◽  
Preventative Measures

Background: Skin cancer has become one of the world’s leading health problems, and incidence rates are on the rise. The leading causes of skin cancer are sun exposure, family history and sunburn, and the most agreed-upon preventative behaviors are sunscreen application and sun avoidance. Objectives: This study assessed the knowledge of the causes of skin cancer and awareness of preventative measures in Saudi Arabia. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 529 participants in a WhatsApp group over 3 months. Consenting participants completed a validated, 18-item questionnaire. Results: Of 529 total participants, nearly 55% of participants reported an awareness of skin cancer, 35% understood its metastasis and 55.1% knew about its spread. However, 44% of participants were unaware of the different types of the disease. Social media was reported to be the most common source of information. The majority of participants were able to identify symptoms of skin cancer and had knowledge of risk factors. Most participants understood proper preventative measures, and reported that they use sunscreen regularly. Conclusions: The general knowledge of skin cancer in Saudi Arabia is not high but is increasing. However, sun-protective behaviors are lacking, despite the population’s knowledge of the benefits. Awareness campaigns and incentive programs may encourage better preventative behavior. Future studies should explore participants’ awareness of more specific aspects of skin cancer using a more diverse and extensive population sample.  

scholarly journals Attitudes and Behaviors Regarding Sun-Protection Practices Among Minority Groups in a Lower Socioeconomic Community

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alexander T Nguyen ◽  
Jonathan Fergus ◽  
Tess N Engel ◽  
Adeel Ashfaq ◽  
James Luong ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Skin Cancer ◽  
Cancer Risk ◽  
Minority Groups ◽  
Ethnically Diverse ◽  
Sampling Bias ◽  
Sun Protection ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Skin Cancer Risk ◽  
Lower Socioeconomic

Abstract Background: Although skin cancer is less common, minorities present with more advanced stages at diagnosis and have worse outcomes. Literature on this disparity is limited.Objective: To evaluate attitudes influencing sun protective behaviors, skin cancer risk perception, and dermatologist access among an underserved, racially/ethnically diverse community.Methods: A cross-sectional survey of patients at 5 ethnically diverse student-run, free primary care clinics in Sacramento, California.Results: 390 surveys were collected with a response rate: 86.4%. Overall, respondents did not use sunscreen, rarely sunburned, were unsure or perceived themselves at low risk for skin cancer and reported limited access to dermatologists. Compared to Whites, Latinos were likely to believe it was not worth getting sunburned to be tan (OR = 24.43, 95% CI: 9.37 to 63.3, P < 0.0001). Whites were more likely than Asians (OR = 3.69, 95% CI: 1.50 to 9. 11, P = 0.004) and Latinos (OR = 4.83, 95% CI: 1.83 to 12.8, P = 0.001) to perceive access to dermatology care.Limitations: Response bias, sampling bias, generalizabilityConclusions: Ethnic groups differ in knowledge of sun protection and self-perceived skin cancer risk. The Latino community showed discrepancies between sun protection knowledge and practices, serving as an interventional target.

scholarly journals LB752 A cross sectional survey of skin cancer knowledge, attitudes, and sun care practices in an underserved Phoenix population

2021 ◽  
Vol 141 (9) ◽  
pp. B11
Author(s):  
J. Besch-Stokes ◽  
J.A. Harvey ◽  
C.M. Brumfiel ◽  
M.H. Patel ◽  
J. Montoya ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Skin Cancer ◽  
Cancer Knowledge ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Care Practices
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