Keywords
Sun Protection Factor
Education level
How to Cite
Abstract
Objective: To explore the relationship between education level, income, and sun exposure habits in Brazilian adults and elderly.
Methods: Utilized a cross-sectional design with 148 participants, employing questionnaires to gather sociodemographic data and sun exposure habits. Data analysis included descriptive and inferential statistics.
Results: Significant associations were found between daily sunscreen use and variables such as gender, education level, and monthly income, indicating that women, higher-educated individuals, and those with higher incomes are more likely to use sunscreen daily.
Conclusion: The study highlights the impact of socioeconomic and educational factors on sun protection behaviors, emphasizing the need for targeted health education to improve sun protection practices.
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