Zoukas L
Greece
Research Article
An Educational Intervention in Primary School Students Regarding Sun Protection: A Pilot Study
Author(s): Saridi M, Toska A, Rekleiti M, Sarafis P, Zoukas L, Souliotis K and Birbas KSaridi M, Toska A, Rekleiti M, Sarafis P, Zoukas L, Souliotis K and Birbas K
Background: Epidemiological data have established a correlation between prolonged sun exposure during childhood and adolescence and occurrence of malign melanoma later in life. The aim of the present study was to investigate knowledge and attitudes of primary school students regarding sun protection measures and sun-related risks before and after an educational intervention.
Methods: It is a descriptive randomized pilot study of two stages with comparison of the results before and after an educational intervention. Sixty students aged 8-12 years from a coastal area participated in this study. Students first completed an anonymous questionnaire and after that took part in an intervention program. After 15 days the same students completed the questionnaire again. Data analysis was performed using the SPSS 17.0 and statistical significance was set to 0.05.
Results: Students.. View More»
