Disrupting the Transmission of Influenza A: Face Masks and Ultraviolet Light as Control Measures

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Abstract In the event of an influenza pandemic, where effective vaccine and antiviral drugs may be lacking, disrupting environmental transmission of the influenza virus will be the only viable strategy to protect the public. We discuss 2 such modalities, respirators (face masks) and ultraviolet (UV) light. Largely overlooked, the potential utility of each is underappreciated.…

Learning about UV light and the Coronavirus

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The concern about the rise of Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) (or the novel coronavirus) around the world has brought many inquiries to us in recent days with questions about the use of Ultravation air and surface disinfection products to help reduce the populations of this micro-organism in indoor environments. Ultravation® has been engineering UVC products…