The relationship between skin cancer and ultraviolet radiation is well established. Behaviors
such as seeking shade, avoiding sun exposure during peak hours of radiation, wearing …

The incidence of skin cancer is increasing worldwide. Protecting the skin from the sun by
wearing protective clothing, using a sunscreen with appropriate sun protection factor …

BACKGROUND: Investigations into tanners' reasons for tanning have focused primarily on
the perception of improved appearance. Reported relaxing effects of tanning suggest the …

Background Indoor tanning is a popular behavior that may increase skin cancer risk.
Objective To examine characteristics associated with use or intention to use indoor tanning …

Rates of squamous cell and basal cell carcinomas have been increasing, possibly as a
result of increased exposure to ultraviolet radiation. Primary care physicians can expect to …

Human skin burns with prolonged exposure to ultraviolet light. This simple physiological
process acquires meaning through social interaction—whereby tanned skin assumes …

Objective. To describe pediatricians' attitudes toward skin cancer (SC), sun protection (SP)
counseling, and the quantity and content of such counseling and to identify barriers to …

The use of UVB and/or UVA emitting devices for cosmetic tanning is widespread in Western
populations including young people and is especially prevalent in females. Several …

BACKGROUND: Americans continue to desire and pursue the tan. Recent data indicate
continued high incidence of sunburn and ultraviolet tanning despite public health skin …

PURPOSE: To identify aspects of maternal/female caregiver (MFC) influences on
adolescents' indoor tanning, including modeling, cognitions (MFC knowledge and attitudes …