On TikTok, videos with the hashtag #uvindeks get thousands of likes and shares. Sunbathing has been popular for decades. But now it must be shared – preferably when the UV index is at its strongest. Secretary General Ingrid Stenstadvold Ross of the Norwegian Cancer Society says they are concerned. – The trend is that you sunbathe when the sun is strongest with the help of this UV index. This is in direct conflict with the knowledge we have about what is good for the skin, she tells news. Ross explains that the consequence of jumping on the trend in the worst case can be life-threatening. It was Bergensavisen that first mentioned the case. Secretary General Ingrid Stenstadvold Ross of the Norwegian Cancer Society is concerned about the trend on TikTok. Photo: Jorunn Valle Nilsen 9 out of 10 skin cancer cases are due to sunbathing Every year, 2,500 people get mole cancer in Norway. 9 out of 10 skin cancer cases are due to too much sunbathing. – If you get sunburned many times in your life, the risk of getting skin cancer and especially mole cancer increases. It is possible to get a tan in a safer way, she points out: – You still get a tan if you use sunscreen and take a break when the sun is strongest This is UV index UV index is a measure of how intense the ultraviolet radiation from the sun is. The higher the UV index, the greater the need for sun protection. When the UV index is three or higher, it is recommended to use sunscreen. If it is eleven, you should avoid the sun. 11+ – Extreme: Extra protection is absolutely necessary. Avoid the sun and seek shade. 8-10 – Very strong: Extra protection is needed. Avoid the sun between 12-15 and seek shade. Wear clothes, headgear, sunglasses and often apply sunscreen with a high or very high factor. 6-7 – Strong: Protection is needed. Take breaks from the sun between 12-15. Wear clothes, headgear, sunglasses and apply high-factor sunscreen. 3-5 – Moderate: Protection may be necessary. Clothes, headgear and sunglasses provide good protection. Also remember sunscreen. 1-3 – Low: No protection required. Source: DSB – Most important not to get sunburned Evenly, Ross believes that most young people are good at following the advice and lubricating themselves. She still believes that no one should be afraid to enjoy the summer and enjoy themselves outside. Ross’ best advice is: Do not get sunburned. Take breaks if the sun is really strong. Lubricate yourself with a high sun factor. Wear clothing that covers the skin. Take breaks from the sun and draw into the shade. – Do you have any suggestions for a new and better hashtag you can use? – We have previously used the hashtag #bareblid as a counterweight to #brunogblid. It is important to be gentle, enjoy the summer, but take care of your skin. The Yr app shows the UV index. Press “nearby” and scroll down to UV alert. No need for sunscreen in Bodø during the day … Video: Synnøve Sundby Fallmyr / news The UV index goes from 1–11 according to how strong the UV radiation is. Graphics: Andreas Nilsen Trygstad / news – I wish I was better earlier Emelie Johanne Johansen (26) in Ung Kreft Nordland is one of those who was not so good at lubricating herself before, but who has become so now. – It is only in recent years that I have been good at lubricating myself and being in the shade, she says. Emelie herself has survived breast cancer. During the treatment, she had to be extra careful in the sun. – It is possible to get the nice color and freckles with sufficient sun protection. It was only when I realized that I really started to lubricate myself. Emelie Johanne Johansen in Ung Kreft Nordland says that people in general are good at seeking out information, but that many still take the risk because they will turn brown faster than with protection. Photo: Private She always uses 50+ factor in her face. – I still get color. In addition, my skin stays healthier for several years than if it had been damaged by the sun. Not all diseases can be controlled. – But avoiding getting a sunburn is one of the things you can do to prevent mole cancer, she says. – Healthy and fresh skin is just as good as brown skin. Do you often get sunburned? Yes, a little too often … Regret every time. No, I’m mostly good at protecting my skin ? Yes, and it’s fine. I want to turn brown Show result
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The Norwegian Cancer Society warns – news Nordland
