Health Effects Of UV Radiation Exposure
Posted by ecostinger on 14th Aug 2014
Prolonged human exposure to solar UV radiation may result in acute and
chronic health effects on the skin, eye and immune system. Sunburn
(erythema) is the best-known acute effect of excessive UV radiation
exposure. Over the longer term, UV radiation leads to premature skin
aging. Another long-term effect is an inflammatory reaction of the eye.
In the most serious cases, skin cancer
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Safety And Protection When On The Beach
Posted by ecostinger on 14th Aug 2014
Even with all the known risks of tanning, it seems many still see it as a
must do and so they head off to the beach to enjoy some summer rays.
Both men and women feel sexier and healthier wearing the natural glow of
a tan. Enjoying your time at the beach can be safe with the right
protection. The key to tanning is avoiding a sunburn by making sure your
skin is properly protected.&nb
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UV Radiation
Posted by ecostinger on 14th Aug 2014
The most common place where you can be over-exposed to the sun UV
radiation is on the beach, therefore a special type of sun clothing is
required which can give you the right skin protection and the freedom
you expect to feel when spending your day swimming, sailing, surfing or
simply walking on the sands.
The ozone protects Earth from harmful UV radiation. Ozone depletion and
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UV Index
Posted by ecostinger on 14th Aug 2014
Find today’s UV index for your City/Town (USA)
Recommendations for protection when the day’s predicted UV index is at various values are:
UV Index
Description
Media Graphic Color
Recommended Protection
0–2
No danger to the average person
Green
No Protection Required
Wear s
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