ArticleJournal of cancer education : the official journal of the American Association for Cancer Education2025
Free Sunscreen Dispensers on a University Campus: A Pilot Study of Awareness and Use.
Article in Journal of cancer education : the official journal of the American Association for Cancer Education, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.
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2 citing papers in PubMed.
- From Awareness to Access: Extending University Campus Photoprotection Beyond Free Sunscreen Dispensers.Journal of cancer education : the official journal of the American Association for Cancer Education · 2026Article
- Implementation Outcomes of the National Skin Smart Campus Initiative Among Young Adults.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2026Article
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Abstract
Skin cancer is the most common malignancy in the USA, yet many young adults underestimate their risk. To promote prevention, ten free sunscreen dispensers were installed across a university designated as a Skin Smart Campus. We conducted a cross-sectional survey of 203 students, staff, and faculty to assess sun protection behaviors and dispenser use. While 72 participants (35.5%) reported seeing the dispensers, only 46 (22.7%) reported actual use. Use was generally infrequent, but nearly all users (91.3%) reported increased awareness of sun safety, and 41.3% endorsed greater vigilance about monitoring for skin changes. Common barriers included lack of visibility, reliance on personal sunscreen, and concerns about product texture. Suggested improvements included clearer signage, mirrors, and less greasy formulations. While installation alone did not ensure widespread engagement, dispensers appeared to nudge preventive awareness and behaviors. These findings highlight both promise and limitations, underscoring the need for larger studies to refine implementation and evaluate long-term impact.
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