ArticleCureus2025
Search Trends for Skin Cancers: Associations of Basal Cell Carcinoma, Squamous Cell Carcinoma, and Melanoma With Socioeconomic Indicators, Geography, and Awareness Campaigns.
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Abstract
backgroundSkin cancer incidence is rising globally. This study assessed search behavior for basal cell carcinoma (BCC), squamous cell carcinoma (SCC), and melanoma in Türkiye using Google® Trends.
methodsWe analyzed search volume index (SVI) data from Google® Trends and examined associations with education, Internet access, geography, seasonality, and socioeconomic indicators.
resultsBCC had the highest search volume, followed by melanoma and SCC. SCC was the only cancer with a significant upward trend (p<0.001). No seasonal or monthly variation was observed. BCC search volumes correlated with gross domestic product (GDP) (p=0.038) and socioeconomic development levels (SDL) (p=0.018). SCC and melanoma searches also correlated with SDL (p=0.003, p=0.017). SCC searches further increased with high school (p=0.017) and university graduation rates (p=0.003) but showed a negative association with annual ultraviolet (UV) radiation (p=0.002). No significant associations with UV exposure or education were observed for BCC or melanoma.
conclusionsSkin cancer search volumes in Türkiye are shaped primarily by socioeconomic development, education, and digital access. The inverse SCC-UV association suggests a gap between biological risk and public awareness. Awareness campaigns should be regionally tailored to enhance engagement and prevention strategies.
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