Sun Protection

A collection of recently published journal articles and websites that are all available from the Healthcare Library located on the first floor of the Ark Centre.

Databases: CINAHL, BNI and OMNI.

This list was put together using the library's internet database collection.

For access and training call the library team on 01256 313169.

Journal articles

Title: The ABCs of sun protection for children.
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Source: Dermatology Nursing, 2005 Dec, vol. 17, no. 6, p. 419-22, 431-4, (32 ref), ISSN: 1060-3441.
Author(s): Maguire-Eisen-M, Rothman-K, Demierre-MF.
(COPYRIGHT BY CINAHL Information Systems, Glendale CA, USA)

Title: Predictors of health behaviours in college students.
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Source: Journal of Advanced Nursing, 2004, Dec, 48(5), p463-74, ISSN: 0309-2402.
Author(s): Von-Ah-D, Ebert-S, Ngamvitroj-A.
(COPYRIGHT BY BNI Publications, Bournemouth, UK)

Title: Dermatology nursing news.
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Source: Dermatology Nursing, 2005 Oct, vol. 17, no. 5, p. 385-92, ISSN: 1060-3441.
Author(s): Gorgos-D.
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Title: Retinoid chemoprevention in high-risk skin cancer patients.
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Source: Dermatology Nursing, 2004, Apr, 16(2), p117-26, ISSN: 1060-3441.
Author(s): Reilly-P, DiGiovanna-J.
(COPYRIGHT BY BNI Publications, Bournemouth, UK)

Title: Community perceptions of adequate levels and reasons for skin protection.
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Source: Behavioral Medicine, 2005 Spring, vol. 31, no. 1, p. 5-15, (18 ref), ISSN: 0896-4289.
Author(s): Stanton-WR, Moffatt-J, Clavarino-A.
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Title: 'You and your skin': a short-duration presentation of skin cancer prevention for teenagers. (Research in Sweden on effect of an educational hit in schools to increase knowledge of risk factors of skin cancer and change sunbathing and tanning behaviours. 31 refs).
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Source: Health Education Research, 2003, Feb, 18(1), p88-97, ISSN: 0268-1153.
Author(s): Kristjansson-S, Helgason-A, Mansson-Brahme-E.
(COPYRIGHT BY BNI Publications, Bournemouth, UK)

Title: Validity and reliability of the Parental Sun Protection Scales. (Research to test the adequacy of the scales to assess parental practices of sunscreen use and sun avoidance in order to reduce hazards of sun exposure among preschool children. 45 refs).
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Source: Health Education Research, 2003, Feb, 18(1), p58-73, ISSN: 0268-1153.
Author(s): Tripp-M, Carvajal-S, McCormick-L.
(COPYRIGHT BY BNI Publications, Bournemouth, UK)

Title: Vitamin D gets its day in the sun: researchers struggle to balance the potential benefits of the "sunshine vitamin" with proven skin-cancer risks.
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Source: Tufts University Health Nutrition Letter, 2005 Aug, vol. 23, no. 6, p. 4-5, ISSN: 1526-0143.
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Title: Outside in.
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Source: Nursing Standard, 2005 Aug 10-16, vol. 19, no. 48, p. 32, ISSN: 0029-6570.
Author(s): Newnham-D.
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Title: Take care if you tan it like Beckham.
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Source: Nursing Standard, 2005 Aug 10-16, vol. 19, no. 48, p. 6, ISSN: 0029-6570.
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Title: Counseling parents and children on sun protection: a national survey of pediatricians.
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Source: Pediatrics, 2004 Oct, vol. 114, no. 4 Part 1, p. 1056-64, (47 ref), ISSN: 0031-4005.
Author(s): Balk-SJ, O-Connor-KG, Saraiya-M.
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Title: Cold, wind, and sun exposure: managing -- and preventing -- skin damage.
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Source: Physician and Sportsmedicine, 2004 Dec, vol. 32, no. 12, p. 26-32, (18 ref), ISSN: 0091-3847.
Author(s): Snowise-M, Dexter-WW.
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Title: Examination of the short-term efficacy of a parent-based intervention to prevent skin cancer.
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Source: Journal of Behavioral Medicine, 2004 Aug, vol. 27, no. 4, p. 393-412, (63 ref), ISSN: 0160-7715.
Author(s): Turrisi-R, Hillhouse-J, Heavin-S, Robinson-J, Adams-M, Berry-J.
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Title: Primary prevention of skin cancer: a review of sun protection in Australia and internationally.
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Source: Health Promotion International, 2004 Sep, vol. 19, no. 3, p. 369-78, (106 ref), ISSN: 0957-4824.
Author(s): Stanton-WR, Janda-M, Baade-PD, Anderson-P.
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Title: Research corner. Research dissemination and utilization... Second in a series.
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Source: New Jersey Nurse, 2004 Jul-Aug, vol. 34, no. 5, p. 11, (8 ref), ISSN: 0196-4895.
Author(s): O-Shea-K, O-Connor-P, Nucero-M.
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Title: Beauty: tips trends truth. The truth about SPF.
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Source: Good Housekeeping, 2004 May, vol. 238, no. 5, p. 35, ISSN: 0017-209X.
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Title: The diabetes advisor. Choose the best sunscreen for you.
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Source: Diabetes Forecast, 2003 Jun, vol. 56, no. 6, p. 28-9, ISSN: 0095-8301.
Author(s): Roberts-SS.
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Title: Outside in. The sun's out, which means the holiday nightmares are starting again for David Newnham.
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Source: Nursing Standard, 2003 Aug 6-12, vol. 17, no. 47, p. 31, ISSN: 0029-6570.
Author(s): Newnham-D.
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Title: Outdoor hazards: they're out to get you! Employees must be trained on multiple hazards, from weather emergencies to insects, plants, sunburn, and heat-related illnesses.
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Source: Occupational Health Safety, 2003 May, vol. 72, no. 5, p. 82, 84-5, 115, ISSN: 0362-4064.
Author(s): Ernst-RA.
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Websites

Evaluating school programmes to promote sun protection
This document is one of a series of resources from the World Health Organization developed as a result of an international expert workshop on children's sun protection education. The document defines evaluation and outlines process and outcome evaluation techniques.

Protecting children from ultraviolet radiation
This fact sheet on protecting children from ultraviolet radiation was produced and published on the Web by the World Health Organization during July 2001.

Skin cancer : how to be sunsmart
This leaflet on skin cancer from Cancer Research UK covers early detection, causes, clinical signs and symptoms, and provides advice on how to take effective action to reduce your risk. Issues covered include ultraviolet radiation (UVR) and Sun Protection Factor (SPF).