INFLUENCE OF PREVENTIVE EDUCATION AGAINST THE NEGATIVE IMPACTS OF SOLAR RADIATION ON STUDENTS OF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL "JORGE BASADRE" AND “JEAN PIAGET” FROM HUARAZ CITY, ANCASH

Abstract

Exposure to solar radiation causes health damage; the consequences of excessive exposure are cumulative and can cause dermatological skin conditions such as cancer or burns. The area with the greatest exposure to UV rays is the Andean region, such is the case of the Ancash region, where the population is not informed or aware of the risks of exposure to the sun, being the most vulnerable children and adolescents who suffer Various outdoor educational activities. Given the importance of preventive education that contributes to awareness and awareness; a program is studied with elementary students of the I.E. "Jorge Basadre" and C.E.P. “Jean Piaget” of the city of Huaraz, in order to evaluate the change of behaviors and the generation of photoprevention actions for the development of a healthy life. The change in favorable attitudes to prevent harmful effects from prolonged exposure to solar radiation was evident.