Skip to main content

Sun and UV radiation

The sun is the main source of natural ultraviolet radiation (UV radiation). Although natural or artificial UV rays cannot be seen or felt, they have an effect on the human body. UV rays are important for the formation of vitamin D in our bodies, but at certain intensities they can damage the skin and eyes.

Federal Office of Public Health FOPH

Radiological Protection Division
Non-ionising Radiation and Dosimetry Section
Schwarzenburgstrasse 157
Switzerland - 3003 Bern