Solar ultraviolet radiation is identified as the third main carcinogenic factor in the workplace, causing a 60% increase in the risk of skin cancer, which has led the CCOO union to request the Spanish Government to recognize it as an occupational disease, following the example of several European countries. (translated)
Direct exposure to solar radiation during an eclipse without proper glasses can cause permanent eye damage, including macular degeneration and 'surfer's eye,' which is why ophthalmologists recommend taking extra care to protect the eyes. (translated)
The General Directorate of Public Health of the Canary Islands has alerted about an extreme risk of ultraviolet radiation in several localities of the archipelago until August 3, recommending the population to avoid sun exposure and use appropriate protection to prevent health damage, including skin cancer and eye problems. (translated)
El dermatólogo Miguel Sánchez Viera advierte que gran parte del daño solar se produce durante actividades cotidianas, como conducir o estar al aire libre, y no solo en la playa, enfatizando la importancia de la protección solar diaria para prevenir el envejecimiento prematuro y el cáncer de piel. #ProtecciónSolar #CáncerDePiel #RadiaciónUV
