Biological, social and behavioral patterns as possible risk factors for the development of skin cancer in the Amazonian region.
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Skin cancer accounts for 33% of all tumors in Brazil and represents a major public health problem both nationally and globally. This study aimed to evaluate biological, social, and behavioral patterns in the Amazon region, to analyze their relationship with health indicators, and to identify the most significant risk factors. An exploratory cross-sectional study was conducted with a sample of the Amazon population (n = 1,014), using a structured questionnaire to collect data on lifestyle habits, as well as social and biological characteristics. The K-means clustering algorithm was applied to classify the sample. Two distinct groups emerged: Group 1 comprised young, white individuals with brown hair and a lower prevalence of skin spots, but with frequent sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Group 2 comprised older, brown-skinned individuals who were exposed to the sun at non-recommended times primarily due to occupational demands. The findings indicate that both groups are exposed to distinct risk profiles, which are further aggravated by the low use of sunscreen products, which is an essential measure for the prevention of skin cancer.