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View article: Vaccine microarray patch self-administration: A preliminary study in adults 50 years of age and over
Vaccine microarray patch self-administration: A preliminary study in adults 50 years of age and over Open
HD-MAPs were safe in adults 50+ years, and performance was effective, regardless of administrator. Participants preferred the HD-MAP for its ease of use and convenience in self-administration. This vaccine delivery method shows promise for…
View article: Trends in young adults’ sunburn and use of sun-safe behaviours in a high UV outdoor festival environment
Trends in young adults’ sunburn and use of sun-safe behaviours in a high UV outdoor festival environment Open
Population Medicine considers the following types of articles:• Research Papers -reports of data from original research or secondary dataset analyses.• Review Papers -comprehensive, authoritative, reviews within the journal's scope.These i…
View article: Data from Spontaneous and UV Radiation–Induced Multiple Metastatic Melanomas in <i>Cdk4<sup>R24C/R24C</sup>/TPras</i> Mice
Data from Spontaneous and UV Radiation–Induced Multiple Metastatic Melanomas in <i>Cdk4<sup>R24C/R24C</sup>/TPras</i> Mice Open
Human melanoma susceptibility is often characterized by germ-line inactivating CDKN2A (INK4A/ARF) mutations, or mutations that activate CDK4 by preventing its binding to and inhibition by INK4A. We have previously shown that a single neona…
View article: Supplementary Figures 1-2, Table 1 from Spontaneous and UV Radiation–Induced Multiple Metastatic Melanomas in <i>Cdk4<sup>R24C/R24C</sup>/TPras</i> Mice
Supplementary Figures 1-2, Table 1 from Spontaneous and UV Radiation–Induced Multiple Metastatic Melanomas in <i>Cdk4<sup>R24C/R24C</sup>/TPras</i> Mice Open
Supplementary Figures 1-2, Table 1 from Spontaneous and UV Radiation–Induced Multiple Metastatic Melanomas in Cdk4R24C/R24C/TPras Mice
View article: Data from Spontaneous and UV Radiation–Induced Multiple Metastatic Melanomas in <i>Cdk4<sup>R24C/R24C</sup>/TPras</i> Mice
Data from Spontaneous and UV Radiation–Induced Multiple Metastatic Melanomas in <i>Cdk4<sup>R24C/R24C</sup>/TPras</i> Mice Open
Human melanoma susceptibility is often characterized by germ-line inactivating CDKN2A (INK4A/ARF) mutations, or mutations that activate CDK4 by preventing its binding to and inhibition by INK4A. We have previously shown that a single neona…
View article: Supplementary Figures 1-2, Table 1 from Spontaneous and UV Radiation–Induced Multiple Metastatic Melanomas in <i>Cdk4<sup>R24C/R24C</sup>/TPras</i> Mice
Supplementary Figures 1-2, Table 1 from Spontaneous and UV Radiation–Induced Multiple Metastatic Melanomas in <i>Cdk4<sup>R24C/R24C</sup>/TPras</i> Mice Open
Supplementary Figures 1-2, Table 1 from Spontaneous and UV Radiation–Induced Multiple Metastatic Melanomas in Cdk4R24C/R24C/TPras Mice
View article: Evaluation of the self-administration potential of high-density microarray patches to human skin: A preliminary study
Evaluation of the self-administration potential of high-density microarray patches to human skin: A preliminary study Open
The high-density microneedle array patch (HD-MAP) is a novel vaccine delivery system with potential for self-administered vaccination. In this study, Vaxxas HD-MAPs were applied by both a trained user and self-administered with application…
View article: Assessing Sunscreen Protection Using UV Photography: Descriptive Study
Assessing Sunscreen Protection Using UV Photography: Descriptive Study Open
Background Photography using a UV transmitting filter allows UV light to pass and can be used to illuminate UV blocking lotions such as sunscreens. Objective The aim of this study is to compare currently available UV photography cameras an…
View article: A Virtual Reality Game to Change Sun Protection Behavior and Prevent Cancer: User-Centered Design Approach
A Virtual Reality Game to Change Sun Protection Behavior and Prevent Cancer: User-Centered Design Approach Open
Background Public health sun safety campaigns introduced during the 1980s have successfully reduced skin cancer rates in Australia. Despite this success, high rates of sunburn continue to be reported by youth and young adults. As such, new…
View article: Quantifying the ultraviolet radiation emitted by nail curing devices: A descriptive study
Quantifying the ultraviolet radiation emitted by nail curing devices: A descriptive study Open
Nail curing devices often use a source of artificial ultraviolet radiation (UVR) to dry, harden and cure finger and toe nails.1 In the United States of America, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommends a time limit for use of thes…
View article: Assessing Sunscreen Protection Using UV Photography: Descriptive Study (Preprint)
Assessing Sunscreen Protection Using UV Photography: Descriptive Study (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND Photography using a UV transmitting filter allows UV light to pass and can be used to illuminate UV blocking lotions such as sunscreens. OBJECTIVE The aim of this study is to compare currently available UV photography cameras…
View article: A Virtual Reality Game to Change Sun Protection Behavior and Prevent Cancer: User-Centered Design Approach (Preprint)
A Virtual Reality Game to Change Sun Protection Behavior and Prevent Cancer: User-Centered Design Approach (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND Public health sun safety campaigns introduced during the 1980s have successfully reduced skin cancer rates in Australia. Despite this success, high rates of sunburn continue to be reported by youth and young adults. As such, ne…
View article: Deployment of a Smart Handwashing Station in a School Setting During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Field Study
Deployment of a Smart Handwashing Station in a School Setting During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Field Study Open
Background Hand hygiene is one of the most effective ways to remove germs, prevent the spread of infectious pathogens, and avoid getting sick. Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, health authorities have been advocating good hand hygiene pra…
View article: Testing Wearable UV Sensors to Improve Sun Protection in Young Adults at an Outdoor Festival: Field Study
Testing Wearable UV Sensors to Improve Sun Protection in Young Adults at an Outdoor Festival: Field Study Open
Background Australia and New Zealand have the highest skin cancer incidence rates worldwide, and sun exposure is the main risk factor for developing skin cancer. Sun exposure during childhood and adolescence is a critical factor in develop…
View article: Deployment of a Smart Handwashing Station in a School Setting During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Field Study (Preprint)
Deployment of a Smart Handwashing Station in a School Setting During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Field Study (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND Hand hygiene is one of the most effective ways to remove germs, prevent the spread of infectious pathogens, and avoid getting sick. Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, health authorities have been advocating good hand hygiene pr…
View article: Testing Wearable UV Sensors to Improve Sun Protection in Young Adults at an Outdoor Festival: Field Study (Preprint)
Testing Wearable UV Sensors to Improve Sun Protection in Young Adults at an Outdoor Festival: Field Study (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND Australia and New Zealand have the highest skin cancer incidence rates worldwide, and sun exposure is the main risk factor for developing skin cancer. Sun exposure during childhood and adolescence is a critical factor in develo…
View article: Internet of Things Smart Sunscreen Station: Descriptive Proof-of-Concept Study
Internet of Things Smart Sunscreen Station: Descriptive Proof-of-Concept Study Open
Background Skin cancer is the most prevalent but also most preventable cancer in Australia. Outdoor workers are at increased risk of developing skin cancer, and improvements in sun protection are needed. Sunscreen, when applied at the reco…
View article: Internet of Things Smart Sunscreen Station: Descriptive Proof-of-Concept Study (Preprint)
Internet of Things Smart Sunscreen Station: Descriptive Proof-of-Concept Study (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND Skin cancer is the most prevalent but also most preventable cancer in Australia. Outdoor workers are at increased risk of developing skin cancer, and improvements in sun protection are needed. Sunscreen, when applied at the rec…
View article: UV detection stickers can assist people to reapply sunscreen
UV detection stickers can assist people to reapply sunscreen Open
Sunscreen when applied at the recommended concentration (2 mg/cm2) has been shown to block the harmful molecular effects of ultraviolet radiation (UVR) in vivo. In real world conditions, however, sunscreen is often not applied/reapplied su…
View article: A Mobile Technology Intervention With Ultraviolet Radiation Dosimeters and Smartphone Apps for Skin Cancer Prevention in Young Adults: Randomized Controlled Trial
A Mobile Technology Intervention With Ultraviolet Radiation Dosimeters and Smartphone Apps for Skin Cancer Prevention in Young Adults: Randomized Controlled Trial Open
The Australian and New Zealand Clinical Trials register ACTRN12615001296527; https://www.anzctr.org.au/Trial/Registration/TrialReview.aspx?id=368458 (Archived by WebCite at http://www.webcitation.org/731somROx).
View article: Capturing Ultraviolet Radiation Exposure and Physical Activity: Feasibility Study and Comparison Between Self-Reports, Mobile Apps, Dosimeters, and Accelerometers
Capturing Ultraviolet Radiation Exposure and Physical Activity: Feasibility Study and Comparison Between Self-Reports, Mobile Apps, Dosimeters, and Accelerometers Open
This feasibility study highlights self-report using an UVR app can reliably collect personal UVR exposure, but further improvements are required before the app can also be used to collect physical activity data.
View article: A Mobile Technology Intervention With Ultraviolet Radiation Dosimeters and Smartphone Apps for Skin Cancer Prevention in Young Adults: Randomized Controlled Trial (Preprint)
A Mobile Technology Intervention With Ultraviolet Radiation Dosimeters and Smartphone Apps for Skin Cancer Prevention in Young Adults: Randomized Controlled Trial (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND Skin cancer is the most prevalent and most preventable cancer in Australia. Despite Australia’s long-running public health campaigns, young Australian adults continue to report high levels of ultraviolet radiation (UVR) exposur…
View article: Capturing Ultraviolet Radiation Exposure and Physical Activity: Feasibility Study and Comparison Between Self-Reports, Mobile Apps, Dosimeters, and Accelerometers (Preprint)
Capturing Ultraviolet Radiation Exposure and Physical Activity: Feasibility Study and Comparison Between Self-Reports, Mobile Apps, Dosimeters, and Accelerometers (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND Skin cancer is the most prevalent cancer in Australia. Skin cancer prevention programs aim to reduce sun exposure and increase sun protection behaviors. Effectiveness is usually assessed through self-report. OBJECTIVE It was …
View article: Can skin cancer prevention be improved through mobile technology interventions? A systematic review
Can skin cancer prevention be improved through mobile technology interventions? A systematic review Open
Objective - Print-based health promotion interventions are being phased out to bring forth more appealing and assessable new technology applications. This review aimed to evaluate the current literature on the use of mobile text messaging …