Kelheim Hospital Installs Bavaria's First Real-Time UV Index Sign for Sun Safety

A new UV index sign has been put up at Caritas Hospital St. Lukas in Kelheim. It aims to raise awareness about sun protection for patients, visitors and staff. The display provides daily updates on UV radiation levels in the area.

The installation comes as part of a joint effort by Gesundheitsregionplus Landkreis Kelheim and AOK Landshut-Kelheim. Their goal is to encourage better sun safety habits among hospital visitors and employees.

The sign does more than just show UV intensity. It also offers practical advice on how to stay protected from harmful rays. This includes tips for choosing the right sunscreen, wearing protective clothing, and avoiding peak sun hours. Currently, no other similar UV index displays are known to exist at hospitals or public spaces in Landkreis Kelheim or elsewhere in Bavaria.

The new sign at Caritas Hospital St. Lukas gives real-time UV information to the public. It also serves as a reminder of the importance of sun protection. Organisers hope it will help reduce sun-related health risks in the community.