BACKGROUND: Exposure to ultraviolet radiation (from solar and nonsolar sources) is a risk
factor for skin cancer. OBJECTIVE: We sought to summarize recent estimates on sunburns …

Background Tanning beds are associated with increased risk of melanoma. Objective We
sought to update the evidence of the association of melanoma and indoor tanning focusing …

No one would underestimate the importance of sunlight to the evolution of life on the earth
and its role in human development. However, all humans–especially individuals who are …

Background Sunscreen is a common form of sun protection, but little is known about patterns
of use. Objective We sought to assess patterns of sunscreen use on the face and other …

Background: More than 2 million cases of skin cancer are diagnosed annually in the United
States, and melanoma incidence is increasing. Purpose: To assist the US Preventive …

The odds of developing cancer are increased by specific lifestyle behaviors (tobacco use,
excess energy and alcohol intakes, low fruit and vegetable intake, physical inactivity, risky …

Objectives. We evaluated the impact of a mailed, tailored intervention on skin cancer
prevention and skin self-examination behaviors of adults at moderate and high risk for skin …

Objective: Despite long-standing social psychological research supporting the influence of
injunctive norms (ie, what is commonly approved or disapproved) on behavior, support for …

Background: The incidence of melanoma continues to increase in many countries, and
primary prevention of melanoma includes avoidance of sunburn as well as adequate sun …

Objective To examine the association between demographic and behavioral characteristics
and sunburn among US adults. Method We used 2010 National Health Interview Survey …