Health due to environmental change Flashcards
1
Q
What has Ozone depletion meant
A
It has meant that more UV Rays reach the earth
2
Q
What is the impact of UV rays
A
Can result in skin cancer,cataract formation and increase in eye diseases
3
Q
Who does skin cancer effect most
A
Older people due to weak immune system, and affluent areas for people who can afford to go on holiday
4
Q
Where is skin cancer highest
A
Australia- 2/3 will get skin cancer by the age of 70 and around 2,000 Australians die each year
5
Q
What are Cataracts
A
Form of eye damage which is caused from IV radiation exposure
