Publications

A comprehensive analysis of skin cancer concerns and protective practices in Manitoba, Canada, highlights lack of skin cancer awareness and predominance of high-risk sun exposure behaviors

Authors: F. Lagacé, S. Conte, L. A. Mija, A. Moustaqim-Barrette, F. Mahmood, J. LeBeau, A. McKenna, M. Maazi, J. Hanna, A. S. V. Kelly, E. Rahme, T. J. Hrubeniuk, S. Peláez, I. V. Litvinov

The researchers conducted a cross-sectional survey using data from Manitoba’s Tomorrow Project to examine sun exposure behaviors and attitudes. They found that over 65% of participants reported a history of sunburns, more than 50% had used tanning beds, and fewer than 50% used sunscreen. These findings highlight critical gaps in sun protection practices and awareness, underscoring the urgent need for targeted public health interventions to reduce skin cancer rates.