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(Central News Agency Information Service 20090915 12:15:47)
Typhoon Morakot caused disasters and also made Taiwanese people face the issue of global extreme climate. Apart from wind disasters and the crisis of global warming, experts from the United Nations World Meteorological Organization (WMO) warned that the thickness of the ozone layer above the Arctic has thinned by nearly 20%. Climate change is affecting the Earth's precious ozone layer, leading to an increase in ultraviolet (UV) radiation intensity in the southernmost regions of the Southern Hemisphere.
The data further indicated that by the end of this century, the UV index in Antarctica could rise by up to 20% during seasonal peaks. This change may have concerning effects on human health. Prolonged exposure to UV rays can even lead to health issues such as cancer and cataracts, which the public must not ignore.
Experts also reminded that the ozone layer is highly variable and less predictable. If it continues to be damaged, people will inevitably face more severe UV hazards. The parts of the body most frequently exposed to UV rays will show the earliest signs of aging.
For example, while some people may have spots on their face or hands, areas covered by clothing, such as the chest or abdomen, often maintain a fair and glowing complexion. Conversely, this proves that reducing UV damage can help keep the skin youthful.
Monitoring data from the Environmental Protection Agency also shows that about 80% of skin aging and lesions are caused by UV exposure. Scientists analyzed that a 10% reduction in ozone layer concentration could lead to a 26% increase in skin cancer rates, with 1.6 to 1.75 million new cataract cases worldwide.
However, many people neglect sun protection in autumn and winter or on cloudy days, thinking the sunlight is mild. By the time they notice, various skin issues like spots and fine wrinkles have already appeared. Experts urge the public to start sun protection early and make it part of daily skincare routines.
The WHO also provides sun protection recommendations based on different UV index levels. When the UV index is low (0-2) or moderate (3-4), wearing hats, using umbrellas, and applying sunscreen are sufficient. When the UV index reaches high levels (5-6), sunglasses should be worn, and staying in the shade is advised.
In Taiwan, summer UV levels often reach very high (7-9) or extreme (10-15). In addition to the above measures, it is best to wear UPF50+ high-protection long-sleeved sun-protective clothing.
This new approach to sun protection has made sun-protective clothing the most popular method in summer. Among them, UV100 Sun Protection (http://www. uv100. com. tw) has become this summer's most favored sun-protective apparel brand due to its "ARPANSA international certification," "innovative lightweight and breathable technology," "effective blocking of 99.2% of UV rays," and "fair pricing."
Extreme climate has increased UV risks, and while people are enthusiastic about sun protection, it has also driven the global sun protection industry to develop more natural, eco-friendly, and healthy sun-protective clothing, making the public the biggest beneficiaries of technological advancements.
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Extreme Weather Damages Ozone Layer, UV Peaks May Rise 20%
Typhoon Morakot caused disasters and also made Taiwanese people face the issue of global extreme climate. Apart from wind disasters and the crisis of global warming, experts from the United Nations World Meteorological Organization (WMO) warned that the thickness of the ozone layer above the Arctic has thinned by nearly 20%. Climate change is affecting the Earth's precious ozone layer, leading to an increase in ultraviolet (UV) radiation intensity in the southernmost regions of the Southern Hemisphere.
The data further indicated that by the end of this century, the UV index in Antarctica could rise by up to 20% during seasonal peaks. This change may have concerning effects on human health. Prolonged exposure to UV rays can even lead to health issues such as cancer and cataracts, which the public must not ignore.
Experts also reminded that the ozone layer is highly variable and less predictable. If it continues to be damaged, people will inevitably face more severe UV hazards. The parts of the body most frequently exposed to UV rays will show the earliest signs of aging.
For example, while some people may have spots on their face or hands, areas covered by clothing, such as the chest or abdomen, often maintain a fair and glowing complexion. Conversely, this proves that reducing UV damage can help keep the skin youthful.
Monitoring data from the Environmental Protection Agency also shows that about 80% of skin aging and lesions are caused by UV exposure. Scientists analyzed that a 10% reduction in ozone layer concentration could lead to a 26% increase in skin cancer rates, with 1.6 to 1.75 million new cataract cases worldwide.
However, many people neglect sun protection in autumn and winter or on cloudy days, thinking the sunlight is mild. By the time they notice, various skin issues like spots and fine wrinkles have already appeared. Experts urge the public to start sun protection early and make it part of daily skincare routines.
The WHO also provides sun protection recommendations based on different UV index levels. When the UV index is low (0-2) or moderate (3-4), wearing hats, using umbrellas, and applying sunscreen are sufficient. When the UV index reaches high levels (5-6), sunglasses should be worn, and staying in the shade is advised.
In Taiwan, summer UV levels often reach very high (7-9) or extreme (10-15). In addition to the above measures, it is best to wear UPF50+ high-protection long-sleeved sun-protective clothing.
This new approach to sun protection has made sun-protective clothing the most popular method in summer. Among them, UV100 Sun Protection (http://www. uv100. com. tw) has become this summer's most favored sun-protective apparel brand due to its "ARPANSA international certification," "innovative lightweight and breathable technology," "effective blocking of 99.2% of UV rays," and "fair pricing."
Extreme climate has increased UV risks, and while people are enthusiastic about sun protection, it has also driven the global sun protection industry to develop more natural, eco-friendly, and healthy sun-protective clothing, making the public the biggest beneficiaries of technological advancements.
Source: http://tw. news. yahoo. com/ article/ url/ d/ a/ 090915/ 5/ 1r4up. html