Hat, shade, long sleeves, or sunscreen? Rethinking US sun protection messages based on their relative effectiveness

Overview of attention for article published in Cancer Causes & Control, June 2011

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Skin Cancer Prevention: Behavioral Counseling

Cited by United States Preventive Services Task Force on 20 Mar 2018

The US Preventive Services Task Force is an independent, volunteer panel of national experts in prevention and evidence-based medicine. The Task Force works to improve the health of all Americans by making evidence-based recommendations about clinical preventive services such as screenings, counseling services, and preventive medications.

Sunlight exposure: risks and benefits : Evidence review 3 - Barriers and facilitators review

Cited by National Institute for Health and Care Excellence on 18 Dec 2014

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) in the UK provides national guidance and advice to improve health and social care.

Sunlight exposure: risks and benefits : Evidence review 2 - Effectiveness and cost-effectiveness review (appendices)

Cited by National Institute for Health and Care Excellence on 18 Dec 2014

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) in the UK provides national guidance and advice to improve health and social care.