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Randomized Trial Evaluating Computer-Based Sun Safety Education for Children in Elementary School

Mary K. Buller MA Klein Buendel, Inc., Golden, CO, USACorrespondence[email protected]
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Ilima L. Kane MA Klein Buendel, Inc., Golden, CO, USA
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Robert C. Martin Klein Buendel, Inc., Golden, CO, USA
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Aimee J. Giese BA Klein Buendel, Inc., Golden, CO, USA
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Gary R. Cutter PHD University of Alabama, Birmingham, USA
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Laura M. Saba PHD University of Colorado at Denver and Health Sciences Center
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David B. Buller PHD Klein Buendel, Inc., Golden, CO, USA
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Pages 74-79 | Published online: 03 Jun 2008

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