Abstract
This study investigated the outcomes and follow-up behaviors of participants from two free skin cancer screening events in the United States. This survey, with 296 participants and a 31% response rate, gathered information on participant demographics, personal history of skin cancer, knowledge of skin screening practices, and follow-up behaviors. There was a high follow-up rate of 92.3% among individuals recommended for further dermatological consultation, but a low (22%) concordance rate between the preliminary diagnoses from the screening and patient-recalled diagnoses. Additionally, about one-sixth of participants identified limited access to care as a motivation for participating in the screening. The study emphasizes the need to improve awareness about the limitations of free screenings, enhance participant education, and ensure equitable access to skin cancer screening. Future research should focus on factors influencing follow-up behaviors and the development of targeted interventions to increase awareness and access to skin cancer screening.
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