Comparison of sun protection behaviors among physicians and patients.
Sun protection behaviors were compared between 100 patients and 85 physicians in a university-based clinic and hospital. Physicians were more likely to use sunscreen, but patients were more likely to wear long sleeve shirts and stay in the shade to avoid the sun. There was no statistically significant difference in the frequency or number of sun protection behaviors utilized.
Department of Community Health, Brown University School of Medicine, Miriam Hospital, Centers for Behavioral and Preventive Medicine, Coro Building, Suite 500, One Hoppin Street, Providence, RI 02903, USA.
Christopher N
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Sciamanna
Amy
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Zampi
Martin A
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Weinstock
D000328:Adult; D003430:Cross-Sectional Studies; D005260:Female; D015438:Health Behavior; D006784:Hospitals, Teaching; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008505:Medical Staff, Hospital / Q000523:psychology*; D008875:Middle Aged; D010361:Patients / Q000523:psychology*; D011481:Protective Clothing / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D012237:Rhode Island; D013471:Sunburn / Q000517:prevention & control*; D013473:Sunscreening Agents / Q000008:administration & dosage
D013473:Sunscreening Agents