What drives sun safety? study probes melanoma risk decisions

NCT ID NCT01004952

First seen Jan 09, 2026 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 19 times

Summary

This study looked at how people with a close family member who had melanoma make choices about sun protection. Researchers interviewed 94 participants to understand what influences their use of sunscreen, hats, shade, and protective clothing. The goal is to use these insights to create better ways to help people reduce their risk of skin cancer.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

    New York, New York, 10065, United States

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