Around 50 people took part on Friday 18th in the second session of the sun protection campaign launched by the Youth Department, 'Mójate con tu piel' (Dive in with your skin), at AquaMijas. The initiative aims to raise awareness about the harmful effects of the sun on our skin. Premature ageing, dark spots and skin cancer are just some of the risks posed by sun exposure without protection or at times when it is not recommended. This was explained by the experts who, together with the Spanish Association Against Cancer and the Youth Department of the Mijas Town Hall, took part in the campaign. "There are a lot of myths going around, we think we know everything, but then someone comes along on social media and wipes out all the scientifically proven information", said the health educator Aixa Galán.
With a strong scientific backing, the data points to a 40% increase in the incidence of skin cancer in the last five years, which is why it is important to protect ourselves. "Our families were not aware and did not put sunscreen on us, and 25% of solar radiation is received during childhood and is closely related to the cases of melanoma we develop in the future", said Galán.
The young people attended an informative talk and took part in a series of activities that form part of this campaign. "I burn a lot, but it's true that after the talk we had on Monday, I put on plenty of cream and didn't burn, so it's been useful for me", said one of the participants, Nuria Blanco.
"The campaign is great, especially for people who are not aware of the use and effects of sunscreen and the melanomas we can get if we don't use it; it's good because the campaign makes you aware of it", said young Nerea Cuevas.
The next event will be on August 6th from 9:30 hours at AquaMijas. To participate on this day, those interested must be between 14 and 35 years old and be registered as residents of Mijas. They will then be able to enjoy the water park all day long. You can register via the social media accounts of the Youth Department.
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