SUNSCREEN USE ON QUEENSLAND BEACHES

@article{Pincus1991SUNSCREENUO,
  title={SUNSCREEN USE ON QUEENSLAND BEACHES},
  author={Matthew W. Pincus and P. Karl Rollings and Allan B. Craft and Ad{\`e}le Green},
  journal={Australasian Journal of Dermatology},
  year={1991},
  volume={32}
}
The prevalence of use of sunscreens was assessed in an environment of high ultraviolet (UV) exposure by surveying U7 males and 126 females on two Queensland beaches. Using a questionnaire, information was obtained about their application of sunscreen on the day of participation in the study, thus eliminating recall error. It was found that 71% of the female and 68% of the male beach‐goers sampled had applied sunscreen, 47% of which had the maximum Sun Protection Factor (15 +) rating. There was… 
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A survey of sunscreen use and sun-protection practices in Darwin.
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The results suggest that the sun-protection practices of visitors to the Northern Territory are less than optimal, and that among the longer-term residents of the Northern Territories who are at greatest risk of developing skin cancer, precautions against sun exposure could be greatly improved.
Predictors of the use of sunscreen in dermatological patients in Central Europe.
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Men, older people, and outdoor workers should be targeted in health education campaigns for sunscreen use, and people who apply sunscreen as a means of sun protection should be advised about adequate usage.
Do people who apply sunscreens, re‐apply them?
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Significantly more women (66%) than men (53%) reported re‐applying sunscreen and re‐application was inversely related to age, and increased rates of re‐ Application were reported during times of increased sun exposure, as well as by those with greater knowledge of the benefits of sunscreen re‐ application.
Primary prevention of skin cancer: a review of sun protection in Australia and internationally.
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The findings suggest that sunscreen is the most frequent method of sun protection used across all age groups, despite recommendations that it should be an adjunct to other forms of protection.
Predictors of sun protection in northern Australian men with a history of nonmelanoma skin cancer.
The North Queensland "Sun-Safe Clothing" study: design and baseline results of a randomized trial to determine the effectiveness of sun-protective clothing in preventing melanocytic nevi.
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Higher melanocytic nevus counts were associated with more time spent outdoors and a history of sunburn, while sunscreen use, particularly during the mild winter months, appeared to have a protective effect.
Rising trends in melanoma. An hypothesis concerning sunscreen effectiveness.
Sun exposure concern, sun protection behaviors and physical activity among Australian adults
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Women reported more frequent use of sunscreen and seeking shade when outdoors, while men reported more hat wearing; women and those who were physically inactive were more concerned about sun exposure and skin damage.
Practice of Skin Cancer Prevention among Young Malaysian
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Gender, marital status and income significantly influenced the practice of sunscreen use among the study participants, showing poor practice of skin cancer prevention among university students.
Patterns and causes of sun exposing and sun protecting behavior
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“Sun protective behavior” (SPB) minimizes the skin’s exposure to ultraviolet radiation through employing personal protective aids to minimize skin exposure when outdoors using covering clothing, a sunscreen of SPF ≥ 15, sunglasses, or umbrellas; and, or, seeking shade.
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