Overview

• Measurements from over 40 UV monitoring stations, including Klippeneck, Schauinsland, Friedrichshafen and Stuttgart, show current index values in the high to very high range
• The Deutscher Wetterdienst and Federal Office for Radiation Protection recommend SPF 30 or higher sunscreen, broad-brimmed hats, protective clothing and midday shade
• Prolonged exposure to strong UV radiation can cause sunburn, premature skin aging and elevate long-term skin cancer risk with peak danger at midday
• New research confirms that diligent sunscreen use does not hinder vitamin D synthesis, countering a widespread health misconception
• Environmental studies highlight that certain sunscreen chemicals can damage coral reefs and impair fish fertility in aquatic ecosystems