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The sun does not joke in summer… – What experts suggest for protection from high temperatures

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WRITTEN BY ELENI NEARCHOU

Every year during the summer months, the inhabitants of Cyprus suffer from high temperatures that exceed 40 degrees Celsius. These temperatures can have serious health consequences, especially for vulnerable groups. Dr. Simillidou – Chatziodysseos states in “P” that heatstroke and dehydration are some of the most serious effects caused by high temperatures. She adds that people with asthma and the elderly are particularly vulnerable to high temperatures. He explained that in the case of asthmatics, humidity and dust play a role in the deterioration of their health. Of course, people who work outdoors, such as construction workers, are also at high risk. Dr. Simillidou – Chatziodysseos recommends attention to traffic, to drink plenty of fluids, to put sunscreen, not only on the beach, but also in our traffic during the day. It is also good to look for cool and shady places.

Sunburn nightmare

One of the least pleasant things the sun has to offer is sunburn. The necessary measures must be taken by each of us, so that our skin is protected, reducing the chances of causing a burn. One of the most necessary measures to be taken is the use of sunscreen. Dr. Nicole Sakka, dermatologist, refers to the characteristics of a sunscreen that should protect us as much as possible:

  • Provide UVA, UVB coverage
  • Indicate that “Water resistance” is water resistant. Of course, as Dr. Sakka points out, depending on the individual, there are also special sunscreens, such as pediatric, sunscreen for hyperhidrosis, anti-aging, for people who have a history of skin cancer.
  • Dr. Sakka emphasizes the need for protection for children, because they have very sensitive skin which is very easily dehydrated. “So, it is necessary to wear sunscreen, a hat and body suits & # 8211; special suits that offer protection from the sun “, he points out.

Dr. Eleni Karadima, also a dermatologist, notes that now there is the possibility of choosing sunscreens for hair and lips. According to her, the sunscreen should be renewed every two hours of sun exposure, depending on the spf protection index and our phototype (ie the skin phototype describes how the skin reacts to the sun during the first exhibition). It is important, as she mentions, that the sunscreen is renewed when we get out of the water, since “waterproof” means that it simply protects us for a little longer than simple sunscreens. It is also good to cover the cheeks, nose, lips, upper back and chest, as they are the places that receive sunburn most often.

Endless exposure to sunlight, according to Dr. Sakka, is associated with many risks besides burns, such as skin cancer. “There are various skin cancers, such as melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, which are associated with cumulative sun exposure.” It is also associated with freckles/discoloration of the skin, as well as with photoaging, ie premature aging of the skin from sun exposure.
“Frying” of the skin

< p>Tanning oils are not recommended by experts, as they do not offer any protection from UV radiation. As Dr. Sakka characteristically noted, in essence, they do a “frying” of the skin, which is why they also contribute to the cause of sunburn, when the skin comes in contact with the sun's rays. Dr. Karadima emphasizes that “in light-colored photocopies, tanning oil is prohibited, because white skin is particularly prone to freckles and skin cancer,” as she points out that they are also dangerous for people taking drugs that cause photosensitivity, such as photosensitivity. cortisone, vitamin A, some antibiotics, etc. However, if we want to use, the doctor states that a sunscreen with a high protection index can be applied and when it is absorbed, then we can also apply tanning oil.

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Source: politis.com.cy

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