This study aims to characterize UV exposures among NMSC patients (those with a history of skin cancer) and to pilot an innovative behavioral intervention to decrease modifiable UV exposures. It will use UV dosimeters to objectively measure UV exposure and provide time and activity specific UV data on an individual level. These data will be used to develop a targeted and personalized behavioral feedback plan with counseling aimed at effective sun exposure behavior change
The study will focus on helping to prevent NMSC and its associated morbidity through learning when patients are unintentionally exposed to extreme UV radiation. It will then help to create manageable and realistic behavioral interventions to reduce exposure, while also educating patients of the dangers of abundant sun exposure.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
NA
Purpose
PREVENTION
Masking
NONE
Participants will self-report their knowledge and attitudes related to UV exposure. They will then wear a dosimeter for 3 weeks. After, the study team will counsel the participants on their UV levels and exposure, creating a personal plan and advice for avoiding sun exposure before letting the participants wear the dosimeter for an additional 3 weeks.
University of Colorado
Aurora, Colorado, United States
Identify Discrepancies of Self-Reported Sun Exposure and Actual Sun Exposure
Measured using individual dosimeters and comparing it to what participants state they believe their level of sun exposure is
Time frame: Start of study to end of study, up to 3 months
Identify Discrepancies of Self-Reported Sun Exposure and Actual Sun Exposure
Compare specific sun exposure behaviors responsible for the level of exposure versus what could be done to lessen it
Time frame: Start of study to end of study, up to 3 months
Behavioral Intervention and immediate follow-up
Participants will receive a personalized feedback plan and the success of the plan will be measured through individual dosimetry. We will track real time change in sun exposure based on repeat UV dosimetry.
Time frame: Start of study to end of study, up to 3 months
Long Term Follow Up - longitudinal change in sun exposure based on dosimetry
Track the longitudinal change in sun exposure comparing baseline UV dosimetry measurements to 3 month follow up dosimetry measurements to determine if the changes observed in outcome 3 are maintained.
Time frame: Start of study to end of study, up to 3 months
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