Carnival costumes and the level of knowledge of revelers in relation to UV protection

Abstract

This research aims to analyze the level of knowledge of revelers regarding the health risks caused by ultraviolet radiation - UVR and its influence in the choice of costumes for the carnival days. The methodology consisted of the field study proposed by Gil (2008). We evidenced the absence of concern by the revelers about the excessive exposure to the UVR, since they are exposed for long periods of time without the necessary SPF and UPF protection.

Keywords

• exposição solar
• roupas de carnaval
• proteção uv