Sunburn frequency and risk and protective factors: a cross-sectional survey

Skin cancer prevention is at the forefront of public health as morbidity increases. Limited data exists on effective interventions to reduce sunburn frequency and modifiable risk factors. This research aims determine an association between 1) demographic characteristics outdoor frequency, 2) sun-related protective factors in a nationally representative, cross-sectional household survey. Of 23,430 surveys sent, 4,883 respondents reported sunburn-related data. Association sunburns demographic, risk, were examined. When assessing factors, potential confounding was addressed using multivariable analysis. In models, younger, non-Hispanic White more likely report sunburn. Those with higher income any sunburn, but less frequently. Females frequent sunburns. Engagement sporting events, day-to-day activities during most recent commonly by those compared infrequent Sun-protection targeting higher-risk demographics time spent outdoors, other may be beneficial. Further insight into behaviors for who did not burn could useful guide interventions.