DNA risk report may nudge people to shield from sun
NCT ID NCT03509467
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 33 times
Summary
This study looked at whether giving people personalized information about their genetic risk for melanoma could encourage them to protect themselves from the sun. Over 2,000 adults received either standard sun safety tips or tailored advice based on their DNA. Researchers then tracked sun exposure, sunscreen use, and sunburns to see if the personalized message made a difference.
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Locations
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H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute
Tampa, Florida, 33612, United States
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Ponce School of Medicine
Ponce, 00716, Puerto Rico
What this could mean
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Active substance
personalized DNA risk information
What this could lead to
If it works, this approach could help people adopt better sun protection habits and lower their risk of skin cancer.
What could go wrong
This is a completed behavioral study, not a treatment trial. Results rely on self-reported behaviors, which may not reflect actual sun exposure or long-term change.
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