UV Radiation: Health Risks, Protection Guidelines, and Sunscreen Recommendations
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Jennifer Clarke
Summary
The article explains UV radiation levels, their associated dangers, and protective measures. It covers WHO-recommended sun protection guidelines based on UV index levels (medium 3-5 to extremely high 11+), notes that children are more sensitive to UV than adults, and provides NHS advice on using SPF 30+ sunscreen with at least 4-star UVA protection applied to all exposed skin areas.
Source
bskyUV Radiation: Health Risks, Protection Guidelines, and Sunscreen Recommendationsbbc.co.ukKey quotes
· 3 pulledChildren are more sensitive to UV radiation than adults, and therefore require additional protection at lower levels than adults.
The NHS advises using sunscreen with an SPF factor of 30 or above and which offers at least 4-star UVA protection.
Some UV exposure is essential for our wellbeing, but too much is damaging and can cause skin cancer.
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