Understanding the UV Index and Tanning Risks
Ultraviolet levels in the UK are expected to be high on Friday. UV radiation from the Sun helps produce vitamin D but can also lead to skin cancer and other health issues. Use at least factor 30 sunscreen and avoid sun exposure during peak hours around midday.
Ultraviolet (UV) levels in the UK are expected to be high on Friday.
UV radiation, emitted by the Sun, is essential for producing vitamin D but also poses skin cancer risks.
Prof. Dorothy Bennett from St George's, University of London, emphasizes the balance in UV exposure to avoid skin cancer and other problems like cataracts.
The UV Index measures the risk, with higher numbers indicating greater potential harm.
Countries near the equator experience higher UV levels, such as Nairobi, Kenya, with levels above 10 year-round, while places like the Falkland Islands stay below five.
The World Health Organization recommends extra protection when UV levels hit 8-10 or higher, and some protection at levels 3-7.
According to the NHS and dermatologists like Dr. Bav Shergill, there is no safe way to tan with UV exposure.
Protect your skin using at least factor 30 sunscreen, wear suitable clothing, and avoid peak sun hours between 11:00 and 15:00.
Even on cloudy days, UV radiation can still cause burns.
UV radiation, emitted by the Sun, is essential for producing vitamin D but also poses skin cancer risks.
Prof. Dorothy Bennett from St George's, University of London, emphasizes the balance in UV exposure to avoid skin cancer and other problems like cataracts.
The UV Index measures the risk, with higher numbers indicating greater potential harm.
Countries near the equator experience higher UV levels, such as Nairobi, Kenya, with levels above 10 year-round, while places like the Falkland Islands stay below five.
The World Health Organization recommends extra protection when UV levels hit 8-10 or higher, and some protection at levels 3-7.
According to the NHS and dermatologists like Dr. Bav Shergill, there is no safe way to tan with UV exposure.
Protect your skin using at least factor 30 sunscreen, wear suitable clothing, and avoid peak sun hours between 11:00 and 15:00.
Even on cloudy days, UV radiation can still cause burns.
