ArticleInternational journal of women's dermatology2021
A pilot study examining skin cancer education in an underserved population at a free skin cancer screening.
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- From knowledge gaps to confidence: a pilot study evaluating a multilingual skin cancer educational intervention in underserved Spanish- and Punjabi-speaking communities.International journal of women's dermatology · 2025Article
- Dermatologic toxicities of chemotherapy: an educational intervention for skin of color women with breast cancer.International journal of women's dermatology · 2023Article
- Heralding change within dermatology: Response of the International Journal of Women's Dermatology (IJWD) to the twin pandemic of racism.International journal of women's dermatology · 2021Article
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Abstract
backgroundMinority populations are increasingly diagnosed with skin cancer and often in later stages with more aggressive subtypes.
objectiveWe sought to pilot a study to evaluate the effectiveness of providing a skin cancer screening and education module to address potential barriers to dermatologic care for an underserved population in New Haven, Connecticut.
methodsAt a free clinic, voluntary adults (n = 24) waiting for a skin cancer screening were recruited and consented to participate. Participants completed a 16-question survey prior to the total body-skin examination and the educational module, as well as a survey after the examination.
resultsMost participants were uninsured (79%) and Hispanic (71%). Pre- and postintervention surveys indicated significant increases in knowledge, risk awareness, and confidence for self-screening.
conclusionThis study establishes an effective public health education intervention to promote the prevention of skin cancer. A multicenter study with a larger sample size and longer follow-up period to assess knowledge retention could further address limitations in this initial pilot study.
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