NCDC issues recommendations on protection from sun and sunburns

The National Center for Disease Control and Public Health (NCDC) in Georgia issued recommendations on protection from sunburns and excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation associated with numerous health risks.

According to the NCDC, expossure to the sun and suntanning may cause irritation of skin, swelling of the affected area, fluid-filled blisters, increase of body temperature, weakness and vomiting.

The Center further explained that children with light skin under the age of 6 and elderly people are especially vulnerable to sunburns.

For preventive measures, the NCDC recommends staying in the shade, especially during periods of peak solar activity—the two hours before and after midday. It also advises to wear light-color clothes, a hat and dark sunglasses.

It is also important to use sunscreen. It is recommended to apply a cream with an SPF of 30 or higher 20 minutes before going out in the sun and to reapply it every two hours.