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Skin cancer in general practice --impact of an early detection campaign

Barbara Reen1, Kay Coppa, David P Smith

  • 1Cancer Epidemiology Research Unit, The Cancer Council NSW, Australia.

Australian Family Physician
|July 11, 2007
PubMed
Abstract

Insights

The Cancer Council NSW

Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Public Health
  • Oncology

Background:

  • The Cancer Council NSW launched a skin cancer early detection campaign in 2004-2005.
  • The campaign targeted individuals over 50 years old to promote self-skin checks and prompt medical consultation for suspicious spots.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the impact of the skin cancer early detection campaign.
  • To assess general practitioners' (GPs) interest in further skin cancer detection training.

Main Methods:

  • A survey was distributed to 1136 general practitioners (GPs) in New South Wales.
  • Self-administered questionnaires were used to gather data on campaign impact and training interest.

Main Results:

  • 311 GPs (27%) completed the questionnaire.
  • GPs reported increased skin cancer detection activity, notably higher in younger patient demographics.
  • Over two-thirds of GPs, particularly those in skin cancer clinics, desired additional training.

Conclusions:

  • Campaign resources were perceived as useful by responding GPs.
  • The campaign led to greater increases in skin cancer checks among younger individuals than the targeted older demographic.
  • GPs aged 60 and above reported a higher incidence of skin cancer patients in older age groups.

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