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Do Far-UVC Light Devices Reduce the Incidence of Respiratory Viral Illness in Long-term Care Facilities?
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Far-UVC light as an additional method of disinfection and Placebo fluorescent light for COVID-19 Respiratory Infection and 2 related conditions. Completed, enrolled 550 participants across 3 sites.
Detailed Summary
Elderly people who have multiple health problems are at higher risk of illness from viral respiratory infections, such as influenza (the flu) and COVID-19. This is especially true for residents in long-term care because the usual methods of infection control (handwashing, mask-wearing, and distancing) are difficult to enforce due to the memory problems of many residents and the frequently shared common spaces. It can also be difficult to prevent the spread of viral infections within long-term care because many residents are unable to tell their caregivers when they are feeling ill. Also, some elderly people do not show typical symptoms of infection (like fever), instead they may suddenly become confused or weak. This study will test if a safe form of ultraviolet light (far-UVC) can be effective as an extra method of disinfection (in addition to usual manual cleaning) against airborne and surface viruses that can cause respiratory infections.
Study Details
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Far-UVC light is a form of ultraviolet light with an extremely short wavelength (222 nm)
"Inactive" fluorescent light (no additional disinfection)