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Sun Exposure in Pediatric Age: Perspective of Caregivers

Mafalda Salvado1, Ana Fraga2, Diogo Luís Marques3

  • 1Unidade de Saúde Familiar Cidade do Lis, Centro de Saúde Dr. Gorjão Henriques, 2410-272 Leiria, Portugal.

Children (Basel, Switzerland)
|November 27, 2021
PubMed

Insights

Caregivers demonstrate high knowledge and positive attitudes towards sun protection for children, aligning with recommendations. Education level significantly correlates with better sun protection knowledge and practices.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Health
  • Dermatology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Childhood sun exposure is a significant risk factor for skin cancer.
  • Understanding caregiver knowledge and attitudes is crucial for effective sun protection strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess caregiver knowledge and attitudes regarding sun exposure and protection for children and adolescents.
  • To identify factors influencing caregiver sun protection practices.

Main Methods:

  • A questionnaire was administered to 198 caregivers attending pediatric services.
  • Data collected included caregiver demographics, knowledge about sun exposure risks, and sun protection behaviors for children.

Main Results:

  • Caregivers exhibited high knowledge levels regarding sun exposure and protection.
  • Higher education levels correlated significantly with increased caregiver knowledge.
  • Most caregivers applied sunscreen with high protection factor (SPF ≥ 50) and reapplied it regularly, especially during outdoor activities.

Conclusions:

  • Caregivers possess substantial knowledge and adopt recommended attitudes towards sun protection for children.
  • Educational interventions should consider the influence of education level on knowledge acquisition and practice.

Keywords:
adolescentscaregiverschildrenhealth promotionpediatric agesun exposuresun protection

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