Being exposed to UV radiation can bring negative consequences in the long run, such as premature aging and even greater chances of skin cancer. Sunflow is the app you want in order for you to avoid these risks!
Some recommendations when downloading Sunflow:
- Activate notifications to receive alerts about recommendations to be more protected from sun exposure
- Turn on geolocation to receive UV index and weather data from your current location
Why you should download Sunflow:
1. Sunflow INFORMs:
1.1. the UV radiation of the current time according to your location - The UV index can range from 0 to 14.
- No risk: 0
- Low risk: 1 a 2
- Moderate risk: 3 to 5
- High risk: 6 to 7
- Very high risk: 8 to 10
- Extreme risk: 11 to 14
1.2 Current weather (sunny, cloudy, rainy, etc)
2. Sunflow GUIDES:
2.1. what sunscreen factor to use according to your skin phototype based on the Fitzpatrick scale*
2.2. what extra clothing to wear (Hat, sunglasses and sunshade)
2.3. when you should avoid sun exposure (Usually between 10:00 and 16:00 which usually has very high and extreme risk rates)
2.4 With a notification system Sunflow reminds you daily not to forget to apply sunscreen.
3. Sunflow ACCOMPANIES:
3.1 When you are exposed to the sun you can start tracking from the time you started sun exposure until the time you finish. Sunflow will link the time of sun exposure with the UV Index of the mapped exposure. With this, you can have this data in the Health app and thus know how long you are exposing yourself, being an alert to take more care and eventually prevent yourself further.
3.1.1. **Integration with Health App:** The app saves all data from an exposure "session" in Apple Health, allowing you to share sun exposure data with family members via Apples Health Sharing.
3.2 When you are exposed to the sun and the app identifies that more than three hours have passed, with a notification system, Sunflow will remind you to reapply sunscreen to be more effectively protected, as sunscreen tends to lose its effectiveness after three hours of application. It is worth noting that every time you bathe or sweat, you must also reapply the sunscreen while your skin is dry.
**NOTE:**
All content in the Sunflow application is created without the intention of replacing professional medical advice. The app does not replace actual advice and consultation with a health professional.
Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare professionals in order to answer any questions you may have about your health or medical conditions. Never ignore the advice of a medical professional, or delay in seeking it because of something you read in Sunflow.
If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor, go to the nearest hospital emergency room, or call the emergency services immediately. If you choose to rely on any information provided by Sunflow, you do so solely at your own risk.
If you wish to seek clarification on the above matters, please do not hesitate to contact the Sunflow team.