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Self-reported screening for skin cancer in Austria
Gerald Haidinger1, Thomas Waldhoer, Nikolaus Duschek
1Department of Epidemiology, Centre of Public Health, Medical University of Vienna, Borschkegasse 8a, 1090 Vienna, Austria. gerald.haidinger@meduniwien.ac.at
European Journal of Dermatology : EJD
|August 5, 2009
Summary
Skin cancer screening knowledge declined in Austrian men but rose in women. However, skin cancer screening participation increased significantly in both genders, suggesting improved early detection and potentially reduced mortality.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Dermatology
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Skin cancer prevention campaigns aim to inform the public.
- Limited data exists on skin cancer knowledge and screening participation in Austria.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess self-reported knowledge and participation in skin cancer screening in Austria.
- To evaluate trends in skin cancer awareness and screening between 1995 and 2005.
Main Methods:
- Two population-based, representative cross-sectional studies conducted in 1995 and 2005.
- Surveys included 966 men and 1081 women in 1995, and 951 men and 1021 women in 2005 (aged 15-79).
Main Results:
- Knowledge of skin cancer early detection decreased in men (59.4% to 53.9%) but increased in women (57.5% to 64.1%).
- Skin cancer screening participation rose in men (8.1% to 13.3%) and women (11.2% to 22.4%).
- Dermatologists performed over 70% of screenings; reduced tumor thickness and mortality trends suggest screening effectiveness.
Conclusions:
- Despite declining knowledge in men, increased screening participation in both genders may contribute to better skin cancer outcomes in Austria.
- Continued public health efforts are needed to enhance skin cancer awareness and early detection across all demographics.
