A few weeks ago, the National Civil Protection System (Sinaproc) issued a warning for high levels of ultraviolet radiation, due to the weakening of the ozone layer over our region, generating skin burns.
The dermatologist, Angélica Estrada, explained that ultraviolet radiation is invisible, and occurs more frequently at the beginning of summer, in addition, it is different from that light that is visible and we observe clearly during a sunny day.
“In summer we have three wavelengths and the highest intensity are those recorded in summer, especially type B ultraviolet radiation,” he said.
He explained that this radiation is classified into waves A, B and C. “A gives us photoaging and makes a reactive process to patients who already suffer from the skin, to patients with Lupus; B allows us to identify the sunscreen to cover and help us and this causes skin cancer, while C is absorbed in the ozone layer ”, he highlighted.
Ultraviolet radiation is measured as low, moderate, high or very high and is identified by colors: red as high and violet as very high.
The expert recommended using daily sunscreen, and it should be included in the basic basket. “You have to choose a sunscreen that is broad spectrum,” he urged.
