The sun is the primary source of UV radiation. UV stands for ultra violet. The sun emits energy over wave lengths called ultra violet radiation that you cannot see or feel . Ultra violet radiation has a shorter wave length and a higher energy than visible light.
A small dose of UV radiation can generate vitamin D, something the body needs. Over exposure can result in sun burn, something the body does not need. Ultra violet radiation, from the sun and tanning beds, is classified as a human carcinogen, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the World Health Organization.
A human carcinogen is a substance capable of causing cancer. Besides premature aging of the skin, you risk cancer with an over exposure to the sun. Cancer is a disease caused by an uncontrolled division (growth tumor) of abnormal cells in a part of the body.
Since the benefits of sun light (vitamin d) cannot be separated from its damaging (premature aging, cancer) effects it is important to take some precautions to protect yourself. Consider staying indoors when the sun is most evident. Wearing a cap, and sunglasses on trips out doors. Wearing topical sun screen when out in the sun. The weather reporter reminds us it is possible to get sun burn on a cloudy day, even if it does not feel warm.
Home Care Path www.homecarepath reminds seniors to protect their skin with trips out doors.
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