Ultraviolet radiation and the INTERSUN Programme

INTERSUN activities

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The INTERSUN Program promotes and evaluates research on the health effects of UV radiation, and develops an appropriate response through guidelines, recommendations and information dissemination:

  • Scientific research in essential but poorly understood processes induced by UV radiation and in epidemiology
  • UV index - a tool to raise public awareness of the health risks associated with UV exposure and the necessity of protective measures
  • Sun protection for children - a framework for children’s sun protection education and practical educational resources.
  • Artificial sunbeds - although sunlight represents the greatest source of human exposure to UV, health risks from artificial sources are also considered.
  • Tourism- special sun protection guidelines for tourists and tour operators
  • Occupational health - UV Radiation as a hazard in the workplace

WHAT'S NEW!

1st International Conference on UV and Skin Cancer, Copenhagen, May 2011

UV INFORMATION RESOURCES

Information for tour operators

Report on Global burden of disease from solar ultraviolet radiation

Sunshine and health information flyer

Health risks and health benefits of UV and Vitamin D

For meteorological offices, national authorities and media

Downloadable UV Index Graphics

Contact

For further information email uvinfo@who.int