Sunburns among beachgoers in the northern coast of Peru: frequency and factors associated.

Background: Overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation has increased skin cancer incidence and the risk of sunburns, especially during the summer months.

Objective: Identify the frequency and factors associated with sunburns in a sample of beachgoers in the northern coast of Peru.

Methods: We conducted a secondary data analysis of a previous study that assessed the awareness, behavior and attitudes concerning sun exposure among beachgoers.