Contributions

  • Hill, David J. - Contributor
  • Elwood, J. Mark. - Contributor
  • English, Dallas R. - Contributor

Publication

2004 - Kluwer Academic Publishers, Dordrecht

Language

English

Word Count

82,000 words, Guess

Page Count

328 pages

Identifiers

and 1 more
  • LibraryThing9106236

Classifications

  • DDC616.99/477
  • LCCRC280.S5 P74 2004

Description

This volume brings together the full spectrum of issues relating to the primary prevention of skin cancer from a population and public health perspective. The book examines possible mechanisms of causation and the role of risk factors in the host and presents experimental and human evidence for the carcinogenicity of solar radiation. Sources of UVR and ways of minimising exposure are described, behavioural considerations and the efficacy of behavioural interventions to reduce exposure are reviewed and the economic impact of preventive programs discussed. Current critical reviews of the ozone depletion situation, the genetics of skin cancer, use of solaria and the use and efficacy of sunscreens are featured as special topics. An essential reference/handbook for public health and health promotion practitioners and researchers, this book will also be of interest to dermatologists, epidemiologists and anyone with an interest in the prevention of skin cancer.

Subjects

Topics

SkinTumorsCancerEtiologySunlightPreventionSkin, cancer

Series Statement

  • Cancer prevention-- cancer causes -- v. 3

Other Editions

  • Prevention of skin cancerKluwer Academic Publishers2004-01-01

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