Improvement of Early Detection of Cutaneous Malignancies and Reduction of Healthcare Costs at Farmers' Markets and a Church in Oklahoma City: A Pilot and Cross-Sectional Study.

Anuj Kunadia, Victoria Brito, Jacqueline Oh, Alexandra Smith, Hanxia Li, Daniel Zhao, Jeffrey McBride

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Anuj KunadiaDrs. Kunadia and McBride are with the University of Oklahoma Mark Allen Everett Department of Dermatology in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Victoria BritoMs. Brito and Ms. Oh are with the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Jacqueline OhMs. Brito and Ms. Oh are with the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Alexandra SmithMs. Smith is with Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Tahlequah, Oklahoma.

Hanxia LiMr. Li and Dr. Zhao are with the Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Daniel ZhaoMr. Li and Dr. Zhao are with the Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Jeffrey McBrideDrs. Kunadia and McBride are with the University of Oklahoma Mark Allen Everett Department of Dermatology in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

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objectiveThe authors sought to evaluate the feasibility, educational outcomes, and cost-savings of free dermatologic screenings at local farmers' markets and a church in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

methodsWe piloted six free skin cancer screenings at farmers' markets and a church in Oklahoma. Exposed areas were examined by dermatology residents under supervision of a board-certified dermatologist. Suspicious lesions were referred. Pre- and postscreening surveys assessed knowledge, sunscreen use, and barriers to care. Demographics and ZIP codes were collected. Follow-up was conducted at 6 months. We estimated cost savings per screening using published visit costs and Internal Revenue Service (IRS) mileage rates. Statistical analysis included paired

resultsAmong 411 adults, 40 participants (9.7%) had notable lesions, including 7 confirmed basal cell carcinomas and 23 actinic keratoses. Awareness of risk-reducing practices and lesion recognition increased significantly postcounseling (both LIMITATIONS: Limitations include reliance on self-reported survey data, incomplete follow-up among referred participants, and lack of histopathologic confirmation for all findings.

conclusionThis study shows the feasibility and cost-effectiveness of free skin screenings when paired with local farmers' markets, which often provide complimentary spaces for nonprofit organizations. These low-cost models may enhance earlier detection and awareness in communities with limited access.

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community health outreachcost-effective screeninghealth disparitiespreventive dermatologySkin cancer screeningunderserved populations

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PMCPMC12710986

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