- 85% played tennis three to seven days a week, and about two-thirds played four to seven days a week.
- More than 70% played two to seven days per week during peak sun-intensity hours between 10 AM and 4 PM.
- Almost half did not use sunscreen regularly, and more than 27% did not routinely wear a hat, cap, or visor.
- Only about 11% used protective eyewear, and fewer than 6% used UV-protective clothing.
- Common barriers to sunscreen included lack of time, a slippery racquet grip, smell or texture, acne, and eye irritation.
- Among regular sunscreen users, coverage was incomplete, especially on ears and the backs of hands.
- More than two-thirds wanted to learn more about skin cancer, while fewer than one-third had discussed prevention and early detection with their doctor.
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