Table 3.
Frequency of sun protection practicesa (N=115)
| Sun protection behavior | Always or Nearly Always | Sometimes or Seldom | Never | Never Went Out in Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunscreen useb | 65 (57%) | 30 (26%) | 8 (7%) | 12 (10%) |
| Shade seeking | 50 (43%) | 49 (43%) | 4 (3%) | 12 (10%) |
| Wearing hatc | 37 (32%) | 27 (23%) | 37 (32%) | 12 (10%) |
| Wearing long-sleeve | 15 (13%) | 39 (34%) | 47 (41%) | 12 (10%) |
a
As defined in Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2000). Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System User's Guide. Atlanta, GA.
b
Of those sunscreen users, the average sunscreen SPF was 25 (range 6-60)
c
Percentages based on available data and does not include responses skipped or missing for some participants