Effect of video-based intervention on the sun protective beliefs and behaviours of student athletes

Skin Health Dis. 2023 Dec 1;4(6):e318. doi: 10.1002/ski2.318. eCollection 2024 Dec.

Abstract

Prior work has demonstrated that a novel programme involving dermatologist-led, team-based education of student athletes (SAs), coaches, and athletic trainers termed Stanford University Network for Sun Protection, Outreach, Research, and Teamwork (SUNSPORT) improved photoprotective behaviours in National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) SAs. Our current study investigated the use of an alternative, video-based form of SUNSPORT at Cal and UCLA. We demonstrate a trend for increasing sunscreen use amongst SAs with a more feasible programme.