Effectiveness of cross-sector collaboration in strategy implementation and impact: Evaluation of the NSW Skin Cancer Prevention Strategy 2016-2022.

Issues Addressed: Australia continues to have one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world. In NSW, melanoma is the third most common cancer diagnosed. At least 95% of skin cancers are caused by overexposure to ultraviolet radiation (UVR) from the sun, making it a highly preventable cancer.

The causal effects of childhood sunburn occasions on melanoma: A univariable and multivariable Mendelian randomization study.

Observational studies have shown an association between childhood sunburn occasions (CSOs) and melanoma (MIS). However, these studies have shown contradictory results. Here, we used a two-sample Mendelian randomization (MR) method to make a causal inference between CSOs and melanoma at the genetic level.

Sunscreens: A narrative review.

Sunscreens are topical formulations incorporating filters that protect our skin against ultraviolet radiation (UVR) emitted by the sun. Sunscreen use has been increasingly encouraged to protect against sunburn, skin cancer and photoaging that can occur because of prolonged and cumulative sun exposure. However, sunscreens and their constituent UVR filters have been purported to be problematic themselves.

A Spectrophotometric Method to Determine Minimal Erythema Dose for Ultraviolet Radiation in Human Skin.

: Ultraviolet radiation (UVR) induces oxidative stress in the skin by generating reactive oxygen species (ROS), which can lead to inflammatory conditions including erythema (a sign of sunburn). This clinical study aims to develop an instrumental evaluation method to determine the minimal erythema dose (MED) for UVR. : Fourteen human subjects aged 27 to 57 years (48.

Sunscreen use associated with elevated prevalence of anti-nuclear antibodies in U.S. adults.

Background: Antinuclear antibody (ANA) prevalence in the U.S. population increased from 1988 to 2012, especially in white and more educated individuals.

Cancer Information Seekers' Comprehension Level and the Association With Preventable Cancer Risk Factors: A Cross-Sectional Analysis From a Nationally Representative U.S. Adult Survey.

Purpose: To examine the association between U.S. adult cancer information seekers' comprehension level and preventable cancer risk factors.

Overexpression of gene improved light protection in transgenic tobacco ().

Hosta is commonly acknowledged as a popular and preferred plant for landscaping and gardening. The 'sunburn' caused by prolonged exposure to strong sunlight is reducing the ornamental values of Hosta plants. However, there is a scarcity of research focusing on the genetic components linked to light-induced harm in Hosta .

Environmental triggers of pemphigus vulgaris and bullous pemphigoid: a case control study.

Background: Previous case-control studies have suggested that environmental factors including exposure to pesticides and organic materials, diet and medications have an important role in the pathogenesis of pemphigus vulgaris. These studies lacked geographical population controls and had less than three controls per case.

Objective: To identify environmental and occupational risk factors associated with the development of pemphigus vulgaris (PV) and bullous pemphigoid (BP).

Childhood maltreatment and chronic "all over" body pain in adulthood: a counterfactual analysis using UK Biobank.

Evidence linking adverse childhood experiences and chronic pain in adulthood is largely cross-sectional, potentially subject to recall bias and does not allow exploration of mediating pathways. We analysed a large population-based cohort (UK Biobank) using a causal framework, to determine if childhood maltreatment is related to chronic "all over" body pain in adulthood. We used doubly robust estimation with inverse probability weights to estimate the difference in risk of chronic pain "all over" between those exposed/not exposed to childhood maltreatment (abuse or neglect).

The Risk Information and Skin-cancer Education for Undergraduate Prevention (RISE-UP) Study: Protocol for a Trial of Personalized Sun Protection Interventions for Skin Cancer Prevention among Undergraduate Students.

Background: Addressing the increasing incidence of skin cancer among young adults is a priority. The objective of the Risk Information and Skin-cancer Education for Undergraduate Prevention (RISE-UP) study is to identify personalized intervention components to prevent sunburn, a clinically significant outcome highly associated with skin cancer, in college students.

Methods: Guided by the Elaboration Likelihood Model, the study will use Multiphase Optimization Strategy (MOST) methodology to test three intervention components (ultraviolet photography, MC1R genetic testing, and action planning) each with two levels (yes v.

Sun Protection as a Strategy for Managing Heat Stress in Avocado Trees.

The increasing incidence of heat stress due to global climate change poses a significant challenge to avocado () cultivation, particularly in regions with intense solar radiation. This review evaluates sun protection strategies, focusing on the efficacy of different sunscreen products such as kaolin, titanium dioxide, and calcium oxide in mitigating thermal stress in avocado trees. The application of these materials was shown to reduce leaf and fruit surface temperatures, improve photosynthetic efficiency, and enhance fruit quality by preventing sunburn and dehydration.

Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma and Multiple Basal Cell Carcinomas in Xeroderma Pigmentosum-Variant Type Treated with Imiquimod 5% Cream and Radiotherapy: A Case Report.

Xeroderma pigmentosum (XP) is a rare DNA repair disorder characterized by sensitivity to sunlight and predisposition to cutaneous malignancies. There are various types, including the Variant type, which does not manifest with acute sunburn reactions. This results to the development of multiple malignancies that are often discovered at late stages, making management more challenging.

Sun exposure and challenges of sun protection in adolescents and young adults: A prevalence observational study.

The present study aimed to explore the adherence to and efficiency of skin protection measures among teenagers and young adults. The present study investigated the reasons for sun exposure and the obstacles impeding sun protection. In the summer of 2023, a self-reported questionnaire was posted on the social media account of two high schools, a university, some industrial companies and among the teenage children of a dermatology clinic.

Photosensitivity-Induced Pediatric Rash Following Surgery: A Case Study.

Photosensitivity is characterized by an abnormal skin reaction to light that causes various adverse skin reactions such as blistering, redness, and inflammation. Photosensitivity may also depend on the wavelength of the light as minor changes affect different layers of the skin. During surgical procedures, many different types of light are used with a range of wavelengths.

Artificial Intelligence-Driven Skin Aging Simulation as a Novel Skin Cancer Prevention.

Introduction: Skin cancer, a prevalent cancer type among fair-skinned patients globally, poses a relevant public health concern due to rising incidence rates. Ultraviolet (UV) radiation poses a major risk factor for skin cancer. However, intentional tanning associated with sunburns remains a common practice, notably among female adults.