Steps to Protect Yourself
from UV Radition
Sustained exposure to ultraviolet
radiations of the sun has
proven health risks, although
some limited exposure to
the sun is desirable (especially
in winter) as it facilitates
the production of Vitamin
D which is important for
bones and teeth. It is
important you recognize
the impacts
of excessive UV radiation
and to take protective
measures wherever possible.
The health risks posed
by UV radiations are as
follows:
-
Rise
in incidence of skin
diseases
particularly skin
cancer.
-
Suppression of the
human immune system,
leading
to increase
in infectious diseases
and decrease in
efficiency
of vaccines as a
protective measure.
-
Increase in cases
of eye damage
and diseases,
especially
cataracts and blindness.
What you must do
In order to protect yourself
from the damaging impacts
of UV radiation, you should
follow these simple rules
- Stay
in the shade as much
as possible
when outdoors
Seek shade when UV rays are most intense, but keep in mind that shade
structures such as trees, umbrellas or canopies do not offer complete
sun protection.
- Wear protective clothing
Wear tightly woven,
full-sleeved clothing
to protect your skin
from sun. To protect
your face, wear a wide brimmed hat.
- Wear Sunglasses
Sunglasses that provide 99 to 100 percent UV-A and UV-B protection
will greatly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
- Use sunscreen
Apply a broad-spectrum
sunscreen of SPF
15+ liberally and
re-apply every two
hours, or after working,
swimming, playing
or exercising
outdoors.
- Avoid sunlamps and
tanning parlours
Sun beds damage the skin and unprotected eyes and are best avoided
entirely.
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