Educational Intervention on Skin Cancer Protective Behaviors Among Female Healthcare Workers
NCT ID: NCT07139119
Last Updated: 2025-08-24
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Basic Information
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COMPLETED
NA
160 participants
INTERVENTIONAL
2022-12-31
2023-12-28
Brief Summary
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* Does the HBM-based educational program increase participants' knowledge about skin cancer, its risk factors, and preventive measures?
* Does the intervention improve key HBM constructs such as perceived susceptibility, perceived severity, perceived benefits, perceived barriers, self-efficacy, and cues to action, leading to enhanced protective behaviors against skin cancer?
Researchers will compare an intervention group receiving a multicomponent educational program-including seven 45-minute sessions delivered both in-person and via WhatsApp-tailored to HBM constructs, with a comparison group receiving no intervention, to determine the intervention's effectiveness.
Participants will:
* Attend structured educational sessions covering skin cancer symptoms, risks, prevention strategies, behavioral barriers, motivation, and self-efficacy enhancement, using multimedia tools and group discussions
* Receive reminder messages and educational materials to facilitate behavior change
* Complete validated questionnaires assessing knowledge, HBM constructs, and protective behaviors before the intervention and two months afterwards
This study will evaluate if implementing a theory-driven, blended educational intervention can successfully promote protective behaviors and health beliefs related to skin cancer prevention among female healthcare workers.
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Detailed Description
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The educational program was developed according to HBM constructs, including perceived susceptibility, perceived severity, perceived benefits, perceived barriers, cues to action, and self-efficacy. The intervention consisted of seven 45-minute sessions delivered over two months using a blended approach combining in-person workshops and WhatsApp-based virtual education. Teaching methods included lectures, multimedia presentations, group discussions, motivational messaging, and reminder posters strategically placed in the workplace.
The content was tailored based on baseline knowledge and behavioral assessments. Early sessions addressed skin cancer symptoms, risk factors, and complications to raise awareness and perceived risk. Subsequent sessions emphasized the advantages of protective behaviors, addressed and sought to reduce perceived barriers, and incorporated stress management and motivational techniques to enhance self-efficacy.
Data collection employed a validated researcher-designed questionnaire covering demographic variables, knowledge about skin cancer, HBM constructs, and adherence to UV protective behaviors. Assessments were performed at baseline and two months post-intervention.
Statistical analyses included descriptive statistics, Chi-square tests for categorical variables, and independent and paired t-tests to compare continuous variables within and between groups. Analysis of covariance (ANCOVA) controlled for confounding factors when evaluating intervention effects.
Conditions
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Study Design
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RANDOMIZED
PARALLEL
PREVENTION
DOUBLE
Study Groups
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Arm 1: Intervention Group
Female healthcare workers participated in a multilevel educational intervention based on the Health Belief Model (HBM) to enhance skin cancer protective behaviors. The program consisted of seven 45-minute sessions delivered both face-to-face and virtually via WhatsApp. The sessions focused on improving knowledge and modifying HBM construct. Educational materials included pamphlets, video clips, group discussions, and motivational messages. Reminders and posters were used in the workplace to reinforce learning and encourage sustained behavior change.
Health Belief Model-Based Educational Program for Skin Cancer Prevention Among Female Healthcare Workers
This blended educational intervention employs the Health Belief Model (HBM) to promote skin cancer preventive behaviors in female healthcare workers in Ahvaz, Iran. The 7-session program (each 45 minutes) combines in-person training with WhatsApp-based follow-ups.
Participant Components:
* Structured sessions targeting knowledge and HBM constructs such as perceived susceptibility, severity, benefits, barriers, self-efficacy, and cues to action.
* Use of multimedia tools including videos, pamphlets, and interactive discussions.
* Motivational messaging, stress management clips, and role-modeling techniques to build self-efficacy.
* Visual cues such as posters placed in healthcare workplaces.
* Daily reminder messages to reinforce behavior change.
Unique aspects distinguishing this intervention include its specific tailoring for female healthcare workers in a high UV-exposure region, the combined digital and face-to-face delivery approach, and comprehensive focus on all HBM construc
Arm 2: Control Group
Participants in the control group did not receive any educational intervention during the study period. They continued with their usual work routine and standard health education programs available at their workplaces. Assessments of their knowledge, health beliefs, and protective behaviors related to skin cancer were conducted at baseline and two months later to serve as a comparison for evaluating the effectiveness of the intervention.
No interventions assigned to this group
Interventions
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Health Belief Model-Based Educational Program for Skin Cancer Prevention Among Female Healthcare Workers
This blended educational intervention employs the Health Belief Model (HBM) to promote skin cancer preventive behaviors in female healthcare workers in Ahvaz, Iran. The 7-session program (each 45 minutes) combines in-person training with WhatsApp-based follow-ups.
Participant Components:
* Structured sessions targeting knowledge and HBM constructs such as perceived susceptibility, severity, benefits, barriers, self-efficacy, and cues to action.
* Use of multimedia tools including videos, pamphlets, and interactive discussions.
* Motivational messaging, stress management clips, and role-modeling techniques to build self-efficacy.
* Visual cues such as posters placed in healthcare workplaces.
* Daily reminder messages to reinforce behavior change.
Unique aspects distinguishing this intervention include its specific tailoring for female healthcare workers in a high UV-exposure region, the combined digital and face-to-face delivery approach, and comprehensive focus on all HBM construc
Eligibility Criteria
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Inclusion Criteria
* Absence of specific dermatological conditions,
* Provision of informed consent,
* Having a smartphone and knowing how to use it, and
* Non-participation in concurrent similar educational interventions.
Exclusion Criteria
* Physical limitations preventing further participation,
* Incomplete or invalid questionnaire .
FEMALE
Yes
Sponsors
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Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences
OTHER
Responsible Party
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Arash Salahshouri
Faculty member
Principal Investigators
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Arash Salahshouri, Ph.D.
Role: PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR
Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences
Locations
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Ahwaz West Health Center
Ahvāz, Khouzestan, Iran
Countries
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Other Identifiers
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IR.AJUMS.REC.1401.129
Identifier Type: -
Identifier Source: org_study_id
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