Volume
37
Issue
4
Abstract
This paper discusses the importance of teaching children good skin cancer prevention behaviors and offers a model for Extension agents to use in potential programs. The model, formulated and practiced by the Georgia Harvesting Healthy Habits project group, provides cognitive and behavioral rehearsal of three key skin cancer preventative strategies--use of sunscreens, wide brimmed tightly woven cloth hats, and skin self exams. The program has been used for four consecutive years at a Farm Safety Camp held at Abraham Baldwin College. The program is one easily adapted for 4-H meetings and other Extension settings. Adults, too, may benefit from a similar program and the opportunity to try these recommended skin cancer prevention practices.
Recommended Citation
Parrott, R., Stuart, T., & Lewis, D. (1999). A Skin Cancer Prevention Program for Farm Youth. The Journal of Extension, 37(4), Article 14. https://open.clemson.edu/joe/vol37/iss4/14
