The EU public health portal has developed some materials that help raise awareness of one of the most relevant health issues. It's about pictograms that warn the population of the dangers of sun exposure.
The use of pictograms is advised by many authorities and collectives of the EU Member States, and they are available for any body to use. They can be downloaded for free on the EU health website and placed in points of sale and consumption such as beaches, swimming pools, yacht clubs, mountain shelters ...
That is, any place frequented by people who are exposed to the dangers of improper exposure to the sun, especially babies and young children. Are the four drawings that we see above, referring to the following concepts:
- Avoid excessive sun exposure at critical hours, the central day.
- Keep well covered, wearing a hat or cap, shirt and sunglasses (even babies).
- Prevent babies and young children from being exposed to the sun. Avoiding ultraviolet radiation is of the utmost importance for children. The longer a baby or child is exposed to ultraviolet radiation, the greater their risk of getting skin cancer later.
- Use sunscreen products correctly, renewing frequently and applying the appropriate amount.
It is important to know that photoprotective products only fully fulfill their function if they are used in sufficient quantities, generously. It is believed that we usually use less than necessary, especially adults.
In addition, to maintain initial protection it is essential renew the application frequently, and especially after swimming, bathing or rubbing with the towel (we have already seen that the photoprotectors are not waterproof).
These are important tips to remember at any time, so it seems like a good idea to extend these pictograms that warn of the dangers of inadequate sun exposure, graphically advising good practices to protect from the sun.
Official Site | European Commission on Babies and more | Many parents do not protect their children from the sun properly, Seven simple measures to protect children from the sun, The most suitable photoprotector for babies, “Photoprotection 2011: your skin never forgets”, campaign for proper sun protection
