A type of ultraviolet light called ultraviolet light C or UVC is helping hospitals cut transmission of super bugs like MRSA that linger in patient rooms and cause new infections, …
Light Based Anti-Infectives: A Study of Ultraviolet Light
Light based anti-infectives: ultraviolet C irradiation, photodynamic therapy, blue light, and beyond. SUMMARY: Light-based anti-infectives work against biofilms and localized infections. Ultraviolet C light will kill all pathogens without killing …
The Efficacy of Ultraviolet Light In The Continuous Decontamination of Health Care Associated Pathogens
The Efficacy of Ultraviolet Light: A lighting system for continuous decontamination of health care–associated pathogens on surfaces. HIGHLIGHTS Ultraviolet-A (UV-A) light has antimicrobial activity, and low doses may be safe. …
Far-UVC Light: A New Tool To Control The Spread Of Airborne-Mediated Microbial Diseases
Far-UVC light: A new tool to control the spread of airborne-mediated microbial diseases. ABSTRACT Airborne-mediated microbial diseases such as influenza and tuberculosis represent major public health challenges. A direct approach …
CDC Crisis Standards of Care Decontamination Recommendations Including Ultraviolet (UVGI)
CDC Crisis Standards of Care Decontamination Recommendations Including Ultraviolet (UVGI) UVGI is a promising method but the disinfection efficacy is dependent on dose. Not all UV lamps provide the same …