With summer right around the corner, and high UV’s in the near future it’s important to consider how alcohol can increase your chances of sunburn.
According to our experts, 21.5% of sunburned individuals reported drinking alcohol at the time, likely due to impaired judgment, reduced sunscreen reapplication, and longer sun exposure. Funnily enough our studies also show Sunburn risk is highest among young, male, and wealthy individuals.
The study found that younger adult men, and people with higher incomes were significantly more likely to experience sunburns, challenging the assumption that wealthier or more educated individuals are more protected.
My assumption is those infamous ‘boat days’ that the wealthy indulge in may be a bigger sunburn risk than any of us assumed! Let us know what you think by messaging us on socials @YMSRadio!