Percepción de riesgo de cáncer de piel y el uso de protector solar en la urbanización de Miravalle, sector el Guabo-La Dolorosa

Abstract

Introduction: Due to its frequency, skin cancer is a health problem that significantly affects society. Using sunscreen is associated with a preventive measure, one of the practices that prevent UV (ultraviolet) radiation from being in contact with the skin with greater intensity.

Objective: To determine the perception of skin cancer risk and sun protection usage in the inhabitants of the Miravalle urbanization in the El Guabo-La Dolorosa sector.

Methodology: For the development of this thesis, a non-experimental, transversal, descriptive research design was used, according to Roberto Hernandez Sampieri of the sixth edition research methodology.

Results: The knowledge of the inhabitants of the Miravalle urbanization, in the El Guabo-La Dolorosa sector of the Ricaurte parish in Cuenca was measured. Although they know about sun protection, it is not reflected in their daily application.

Conclusion: The data collected in this study support the notion that skin cancer remains a public health concern that requires strong preventive measures, such as sunscreen usage.