PowerPoint Presentation

By:Heather Gaudard&Ryan PientaSalonTanning Exposure

Relevance: Tanning Salon Exposure May Cause Skin CancerEye Illnesses- Cataracts and BlindnessBurns and Allergic Reactions Loss of Elasticity (Skin)Death

DemographicsTEENS AND ADOLESCENTS Social Determinants/Risk Factors UneducatedWinter Blues-DepressionPressures of High School (Fitting in)AccessibilityRace-Specifically Caucasian Population

CulturalDescriptors:

Recreational Activities (sports)Geographical Location Support systemsAdolescents

4

Environmental Risk Factors

Availability of tanning salonsWinter ClimateDreary Weather

Literature Reviews987adolescents were surveys and 34% of them had previously used a tanning salon (Beasley & Kittel, 1997, p. 372).Only 50% of these users said they had been warned about tanning risks (Beasley & Kittel, 1997, p. 372). Those who frequent the tanning salon usually expose themselves 3-5 times a week for 20 minutes each time (Beasley & Kittel, 1997, p. 374).

People felt that tanning uplifted their spirits and was also done for special occasions (Beasley & Kittel, 1997, p. 376).

People had felt more physically attractive from tanning and noticed a reduction in stress and tension (Beasley & Kittel, 1997, p. 379).

6

On an average there are 41 tanning salons in each US city, which outnumbers the amount of McDonalds and Starbucks (Balk, Fisher & Geller, 2013, p. 773). 2009 Youth Risk Behavior Survey statistics:9-12 (15.6% of students had used indoor tanning salons more than one time within the last 12 months) (Balk, Fisher & Geller, 2013, p. 773).

Age 17 had a 35% rate of indoor tanning. This is double the rate of children ages 14-15 (7%-15%). Female, white students were more likely to use tanning salons. (Balk, Fisher & Geller, 2013, p. 773).

Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that is classified as the second most common cancer for women in their 20s (Balk, Fisher & Geller, 2013, p. 773).

Skin cancer will occur in 1 in 5 Americans. A sunburn during childhood can double the risk of getting skin cancer later in life (Bratsis, 2013, p. 76).According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) most students do not use sunscreen and 16% of high school kids use indoor tanning booths (Bratsis, 2013, p. 76). A common misconception is that having a base tan protects the skin from sun exposure. 52% of people believed this (Bratsis, 2013, p. 76). A tan is a sign of damage to the skin (Bratsis, 2013, p. 76).

ObjectivesObj. A. - Reduce the amount of teens and adolescents that report using tanning salonsObj. B. - Increase the amount of teens and adolescents that understand risks of using tanning salonsObj. C. - Decrease the prevalence of sunburn, skin cancer and other comorbidities associated with tanning salon use

Corresponding Healthy People 2020 Objectives

C-20.1: (Developmental) Reduce the proportion of adolescents in grades 9 through 12 who report sunburn (Cancer, 2014).C-20.3: Reduce the proportion of adolescents in grades 9 through 12 who report using artificial sources of ultraviolet light for tanning (Cancer, 2014).C-20.4: Reduce the proportion of adults aged 18 and older who report using artificial sources of ultraviolet light for tanning (Cancer, 2014). C-20.5: Increase the proportion of adolescents in grades 9 through 12 who follow protective measures that may reduce the risk of skin cancer (Cancer, 2014).

PlanCreate and publish a clever and humorous video educating teens on the dangers of tanning salons

The appropriate use of humor may provide a pedagogical platform to maximize students potential while providing opportunities for academic and personal growth (Chiarello, 2010, p. 40)

Share the video on popular social network sites along with high schools and other areas teen gather.

Online, adolescents can access health information easily and anonymously (O'Keeffe & Clarke-Pearson, 2011)

Video Highlights Use wrinkled tan elderly people as frequent sun bathers to be guest speakersClever catchy songsUse statistical information about death and cancer specifically within the adolescent age groupPost on Facebook and YouTubeShare in health education classes within high schools

11

Health Promotion ModelSocial Marketing Model

By definition this model is aimed at reducing negative health behaviors through persuasion and identifying the benefits (Pender, Murdaugh & Parsons, 2015, p. 69).Uses social marketing to target specific populations (Pender, Murdaugh & Parsons, 2015, p. 69).Efforts can reap immediate results

Implementation Formulate this video Reach out to local high schools in order to implement the video in their health educational classPost on YouTube and Facebook Reach out to local radio stations to help advertise the video and spread awareness

13

EvaluationMonitor video views & sharesDistribute surveys within schoolsHave you seen the video?Aware of the risks?Has it changed your views on tanning?Do/will you continue to tan?Re-evaluate those surveyed adolescents two months after video with same questions

References

Balk, S. J., Fisher, D. E., Geller, A. C. (2013). Teens and indoor tanning: A cancer prevention opportunity for pediatricians. Pediatrics, 131(4), 772-785.

Beasley, T. M., Kittel, B. S. (1997). Factors that influence health risk behaviors among tanning salon patrons. Evaluation & The Health Professions, 20(4), 371-388.

Bratsis, M. E. (2013). Shining a light on skin cancer. The Science Teacher, 80(5), 76.

Chiarello, M. (2010). Humor as a teaching tool: Use in psychiatric undergraduate nursing. Journal of Psychosocial Nursing. 48(8). 34-41. Retreived from http://0-search.proquest.com.libcat.ferris.edu/docview/742468523?accountid=10825

Department of Health and Human Services. (2014). Cancer: Overview. Retrieved from http://www.healthypeople.go/2020/topics-objectives/topic/cancer/objectives

OKeeffe, G., & Clarke-Pearson, K. (2011). The impact of social media on children, adolescents, and families. American Academy of Pediatrics. 127(4). 800-804. doi: 10.1542/peds.2011-0054

Pender, N. J., Murdaugh, C. L., & Parsons, M. A. (2015). Health promotion in nursing practice. (7 ed.). Upper saddle river, NJ: Pearson.