its incidence has increased by 40% over the past four years

Both organizations launched information point on Boulevard Grand Capitan where several pharmaceutical companies analyzed the amount of melatonin in passers-by who passed the test and subsequently, having learned their phototype (the ability of the skin to adapt to the sun), they were recommended which cream should they use depending on their factor.

He the president belonging Official College of PharmacistsRafael Casagno, drew attention to the need to be exposed to the sun from photoprotective creams suitable. “In addition, it is necessary to keep an eye on moles and spots, observe them and, if in doubt, consult a dermatologist,” he added.

Both Casaño and the president of the Spanish Association against Cancer in Cordoba, Maria Auxiliadora Cabanas, admitted that skin cancer treatment in the initial stages they have a percentage very high success. “If diagnosed early, it can be cured one hundred percent without leaving a single sequel,” Casagno added.

The importance of prevention

The organizers of this campaign set accent in concept prevention using an in situ test. “These are machines that measure various parameters of the skin. Today (yesterday) we focused on the phototype, which allows us to recommend the appropriate sunscreen,” Elena Grande, a member of the College of Pharmacists, told ABC.

Phototype analyzes the amount of melatonin and classifies a person’s skin into several types, namely: Celtic, Caucasian white, mixed, Mediterranean, Asian-Hindu or black. From here it is determined ideal protective factor belonging cream that an individual must submit an application. But there are conditions here, since it is appropriate to place two fingers along a line (one on top of the other) to the face, and four to the chest, back and legs.

Usually no one applies that much, so if a person with combination skin, for example, is recommended an SPF of 30, they should actually be applying 50 because they will likely spread very little. “In addition, it must be taken into account that the cream must be reapplied every two hours“And it’s never done,” said pharmacist Ana Moyano, referring to the push for stronger protective factors than those listed in the recommendation.