The Influence of Age and Gender in Knowledge, Behaviors and Attitudes Towards Sun Protection: A Cross-Sectional Survey of Australian Outpatient Clinic Attendees

Lee, Andrew; Garbutcheon‐Singh, K. Benjamin; Dixit, Shreya; Brown, Pam; Smith, Saxon D

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“…1 Further, the rates of MCC were higher in men than in women and the age of diagnosis tends to be >65 years of age. In Australia, this difference in incidence between genders could represent differences in sun‐protective measures between these groups …”

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“…In Australia, this difference in incidence between genders could represent differences in sun-protective measures between these groups. 14 The increase in incidence over time could however, be attributed to improved cancer registration of patients with MCC and improved histopathological diagnosis with the use of immunohistochemistry. Another possible cause for the increasing global incidence of MCC could be the greater number of individuals being treated with immunosuppression for organ transplants, inflammatory diseases or human immunodeficiency virus.…”

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Trends in the incidence of Merkel cell carcinoma in Victoria, Australia, between 1986 and 2016

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Background/Objectives Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC) is a highly invasive cutaneous malignancy. The objective of this study was to investigate the incidence and trends of MCC in Victoria, Australia, between 1986 and 2016. Methods Population‐based, descriptive analysis of Victorian Cancer Registry (VCR) data. The de‐identified records of patients with MCC were obtained from Victoria residents diagnosed between 1986 and 2016. Trends in age‐standardised incidences were examined using joinpoint analysis. Results A total of 1095 cases were found. Incidence of MCC was 3.9 per 100 000 for men and 1.5 per 100 000 for women. The incidence of MCC in men 66–85 is increasing at an annual rate of 4.2% (2.8–5.8%, 95% CI). However, since 2002 the incidence in women in the same age group has been decreasing. Whilst there is an overall stabilisation in the incidence of MCC, incidence of MCC for males is increasing. For MCC in males 85 years old and over, the incidence of MCC was 26.8 per 100 000 between 2012 and 2016. Relative 5‐year survival for patients diagnosed between 2008 and 2012 is 50%. Conclusion Merkel cell carcinoma remains an aggressive cancer, especially among older men. Differences in trends seen in local data can help target preventative and early intervention management strategies in specific groups.

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Trends in the incidence of Merkel cell carcinoma in Victoria, Australia, between 1986 and 2016

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“…Decreasing unprotected ultraviolet exposure is effective in preventing skin cancer [ 3 ]; thus, wearing sunscreen and wearing sun protective clothing are common recommendations for sun protection [ 4 ]. However, knowledge, behaviors, and attitudes regarding sun protection vary among the general population [ 5 ].…”

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“…Sociodemographic risk factors for reduced practice of sun protection include younger age, male gender, non-Hispanic white, Hispanic ethnicity, and low education level [ 5 , 15 , 16 ]. While previous studies have focused on some of the sociodemographically high risk groups, few studies examined sun protection behaviors among low-income primary care patients.…”

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Sun Protection Behaviors Associated with Self-Efficacy, Susceptibility, and Awareness among Uninsured Primary Care Patients Utilizing a Free Clinic

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Background. Skin cancer is the most commonly diagnosed form of cancer in the United States (US). However, knowledge, behaviors, and attitudes regarding sun protection vary among the general population. The purpose of this study is to examine sun protection behaviors of low-income primary care patients and assess the association between these health behaviors and the self-efficacy, susceptibility, and skin cancer awareness. Methods. Uninsured primary care patients utilizing a free clinic (N = 551) completed a self-administered survey in May and June 2015. Results. Using sunscreen was the least common tactic among the participants of this study. Skin cancer awareness and self-efficacy are important to improve sun protection behaviors. Spanish speakers may have lower levels of skin care awareness compared to US born and non-US born English speakers. Male and female participants use different sun protection methods. Conclusion. It is important to increase skin cancer awareness with self-efficacy interventions as well as education on low-cost sun protection methods. Spanish speaking patients would be a target population for promoting awareness. Male and female patients would need separate gender-specific sun protection education. Future studies should implement educational programs and assess the effectiveness of the programs to further promote skin cancer prevention among underserved populations.

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“…In our study, the use of SPPs were found to be significantly higher in those who had a higher level of education, younger age, in women and singles, in those with higher economic level, those living in cities, and those with a higher level of knowledge on the harmful effects of sunlight and the ways of protection. It has been reported in similar studies that the rate of using SPPs significantly increases in those with higher levels of education and monthly income and in women 8,[14][15][16][17] . The results of a survey by Yurtseven et al 17 administered to the students in vocational schools of health showed that use of SPPs was higher in female students.…”

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Evaluation of knowledge, attitude, and behavior about harmful effects of the sun and sun protection among patients attending an outpatient clinic

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Basak²,

Erturan³

2017

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Polikliniğe başvuran hastalarda güneşin zararlı etkileri ve korunma yolları ile ilgili bilgi, tutum ve davranışların araştırılmasıEvaluation of knowledge, attitude, and behavior about harmful effects of the sun and sun protection among patients attending an outpatient clinic Background and Design:The aim of the study was to evaluate harmful effects of sun exposure and knowledge, attitude and behaviors related to sun protection among patients attending our outpatient clinic. Materials and Methods: A total of 400 patients (171 male and 229 female) aged between 16 and 89 years were included in this study. Subjects were requested to fill out a questionnaire composed of 52 questions. In the first part of the questionnaire, patients' socio-demographic characteristics, history of sunburn, first-degree relatives with a history of skin cancer; in the second part, knowledge about harmful effects of sun and sun protection were inquired. In the third part, patient attitude and behaviors related to sun protection was evaluated. Results: Our results revealed that 69.25% of patients had satisfactory level of knowledge. While the level of knowledge was not affected by economic status, place of residence, skin type and presence of skin cancer in participants or their first-degree relatives, it was found to be increased with increasing educational level. The patients were found to prefer avoiding mid-day sun (75.5%) and staying in the shade (64.8%) chiefly as sun protection methods and 45.3% of patients were found to use sunscreens. Most frequently preferred sources of information about harmful effects of the sun and sun protection methods were found to be television, magazines and newspapers (76.3%), doctor's advice and internet, respectively. Conclusion: Although a satisfactory level of knowledge about harmful effects of the sun and protection methods was found, it was observed that individuals could not convert their knowledge into the sun protection behavior.

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The Influence of Age and Gender in Knowledge, Behaviors and Attitudes Towards Sun Protection: A Cross-Sectional Survey of Australian Outpatient Clinic Attendees

Cited by 30 publications

References 17 publications

Trends in the incidence of Merkel cell carcinoma in Victoria, Australia, between 1986 and 2016

Trends in the incidence of Merkel cell carcinoma in Victoria, Australia, between 1986 and 2016

Sun Protection Behaviors Associated with Self-Efficacy, Susceptibility, and Awareness among Uninsured Primary Care Patients Utilizing a Free Clinic

Evaluation of knowledge, attitude, and behavior about harmful effects of the sun and sun protection among patients attending an outpatient clinic

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