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The Go Sun Smart program successfully reduced skin cancer risk for ski resort employees and guests through sun-safe practices. This worksite wellness initiative promoted awareness and adoption of protective measures during and after the ski season.

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Area of Science:

Public Health
Occupational Health
Cancer Prevention

Background:

Skin cancer is a significant health concern, particularly for individuals with high sun exposure.
Worksite wellness programs offer a viable platform for health interventions.
The ski industry presents unique challenges for sun safety due to high altitudes and reflective surfaces.

Purpose of the Study:

To design and implement a worksite wellness program, Go Sun Smart, aimed at reducing skin cancer risk.
To evaluate the effectiveness of the intervention among ski resort employees and guests.
To promote sun-safe practices within the ski resort environment.

Main Methods:

A large-scale, theory-driven intervention was implemented at over 300 North American ski resorts between 2000 and 2002.
The program focused on educating employees and guests about skin cancer risks and sun-safe behaviors.
Experimental testing was employed to assess the intervention's impact.

Main Results:

The Go Sun Smart intervention significantly reduced employees' risk of skin cancer during and after the ski season.
Awareness of sun-safe precautions increased among ski area guests, including for their children.
The program demonstrated success in promoting behavioral change related to sun protection.

Conclusions:

Worksite wellness programs, like Go Sun Smart, can be effective in reducing cancer risk.
Targeted interventions in specific industries, such as ski resorts, can yield positive public health outcomes.
Promoting sun-safe practices is crucial for preventing skin cancer in high-exposure environments.