Sun safety program for teens and parents
Part of Cancer, Skin clinical trials.
This trial tests a digital program to help teens and parents learn better sun safety habits together. It involves using Facebook daily to get tips and support, which may reduce skin cancer risk.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- Your teen must be between 13 and 17 years old and live with you at least half the time in the US.
- In the last year, your teen either got sunburned, used indoor tanning, or does not use enough sun protection.
- Neither you nor your teen has ever had melanoma or any serious medical issue that would limit participation.
- You both need a smartphone and must be able to speak and read English.
- You need internet at home, an active Facebook account, and must be willing to use Facebook every day.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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