Skin cancer prevention program for rural high school students
STARS (Sun Protection and Tanning Awareness in Rural Schools)
This study is trying to see if a skin cancer prevention program can help rural high school students in Utah learn how to protect themselves from the sun.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 11 Years to 21 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Utah Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Salt Lake City, Utah) |
| Trial ID | NCT06694571 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This intervention focuses on educating rural high school students in Utah about skin cancer prevention through a tailored program. The initiative includes in-class education, risk self-assessment, and the creation of personalized sun protection action plans. Collaborations with local schools and the Utah State Board of Education ensure the program's sustainability and effectiveness. Following the intervention, participants will complete surveys to evaluate the program's impact on their awareness and behaviors regarding sun protection.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are high school students enrolled in grades 9-12 in Utah.
Not a fit: Students not enrolled in Utah high schools or those outside the specified grade levels may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly reduce the risk of melanoma among adolescents in rural areas by increasing awareness and promoting preventive behaviors.
How similar studies have performed: Previous school-based interventions for skin cancer prevention have shown positive outcomes, indicating that this approach is promising and builds on established methods.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Students are eligible if they are enrolled in a Utah high school (e.g. grades 9-12). Exclusion Criteria: * None
Where this trial is running
Salt Lake City, Utah
- Huntsman Cancer Institute — Salt Lake City, Utah, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Tammy K Stump, PhD
- Email: tammy.stump@hci.utah.edu
- Phone: 801-585-4602
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.