Warning: High Health Risk in Popular Vacation Spot

The Canary Islands have a high ultraviolet radiation risk.

People are warned to take precautions because of the high ultraviolet radiation risk in the Canary Islands. Health officials have raised the UV risk level.

The Canary Islands Health Department says UV radiation levels are very high. Some islands have reached the highest extreme warning level.

Too much ultraviolet radiation can cause serious health problems, including skin cancer. It can also weaken the immune system and cause viruses to reactivate.

People who spend a lot of time outside, have fair skin, or have a family history of skin cancer are at higher risk. Children and older adults are also at risk.

Fuerteventura, Lanzarote, and Gran Canaria have the highest extreme warning level in many areas.

Health authorities advise people to avoid direct sunlight between 11am and 5pm. They should stay in shaded areas, wear protective clothing, and use sunscreen with UVA and UVB protection.

Parents are reminded to keep babies under one year old out of direct sunlight. The Canary Islands have high UV radiation levels due to their location and climate.

Experts recommend using factor 50 sunscreen to stay safe.

The NHS says most people do not apply enough sunscreen. Adults should use about six to eight teaspoons of sunscreen to cover their whole body.

If sunscreen is applied too thinly, it does not work well. Sunscreen needs to be applied twice if you will be in the sun long enough to risk getting burned.

Sunscreen should be applied to all exposed skin, including the face, neck, and ears. It should be reapplied often and according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Sunscreen should be reapplied after swimming, sweating, or towel drying. It should also be reapplied every two hours because the sun can dry it off the skin.

The NHS recommends taking extra steps to stay safe in the sun.

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