Half of Hungarians do not use sunscreen, even in the hottest hours
Only 8 percent of the Hungarian population uses sunscreen all year round, the vast majority (43 percent) pay attention to it only in the summer – it was revealed from a recent, representative research. When UV radiation is at its strongest between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., only a quarter of those surveyed take a break from sunbathing. In order to increase awareness of sun protection and health care, Affidea Hungary and Dr. Kelen teamed up, within the framework of which a free melanoma screening was also organized in June. In more than 7 percent of the participants in the study, a deviation was found that required further treatment, according to the specialists.
Based on data from the KSH, more than 70,000 new cases of malignant tumors are reported in Hungary every year, and more than 30,000 people die each year as a result of cancer. Regular self-exams and screenings can save lives, including for melanoma, a type of skin cancer. In many cases, the development of melanoma is caused by excessive sun exposure and lack of adequate sun protection. The attitudes and habits of the Hungarian population regarding sun protection and sunbathing were also examined by Affidea Hungary’s national representative research, according to which there is still plenty of room for improvement when it comes to skin health and prevention. The research revealed that 43 percent of Hungarians use sunscreen only in summer, and only 8 percent pay attention to it in winter as well. Only 40 percent of them avoid the strong sun, and pausing to sunbathe between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. is characteristic of only a quarter of those surveyed. It can be said that women pay more attention to the health of their skin than men.
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