What is SARS-CoV-2? SARS-CoV-2 (Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2) is a strain of Coronavirus that causes COVID-19 , the respiratory illness responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic . The virus previously had the provisional name 2019 … [Read more...]
UV Disinfection for Airborne Diseases
Airborne diseases cause many illnesses every year, and can even be deadly. UV Disinfection helps fight the spread of many harmful microorganisms.
Norovirus is Inactivated by Germicidal UV-C Light
What is Norovirus? Norovirus is a very contagious virus that is the most common cause of vomiting, diarrhea, and foodborne illness . Norovirus illness is often called “food poisoning,” a “stomach bug,” or the “stomach flu” (even though it is … [Read more...]
Adenoviruses are Inactivated by Germicidal UV-C Light
What are Adenoviruses? Adenoviruses are common viruses that can cause cold-like symptoms like a fever, sore throat, bronchitis, pneumonia, diarrhea, and pink eye. In rare cases (for individuals with weakened immune systems or existing … [Read more...]
Watch Our Flu Prevention Video
Since there is no flu cure, you should aim to avoid the flu altogether. You may be surprised to learn that preventing the flu involves more than the flu vaccine and good hygiene. Installation of SANITAIRE® Germicidal Ultraviolet Room Air Disinfection … [Read more...]
Mycobacterium Tuberculosis is Inactivated by Germicidal UV-C Light
What is Mycobacterium Tuberculosis? Mycobacterium tuberculosis is a bacterium that causes the disease Tuberculosis (also known as TB). These bacteria are put into the air when a person with active TB disease of the lungs or throat coughs, sneezes, … [Read more...]
Influenza is Inactivated by UV-C Light
Influenza is inactivated by UV-C light, also known as Germicidal ultraviolet light which is emitted from UV-C lamps. UV-C Lamps inactivate bacteria, mold, and virus that may be present in the air, on surfaces, and in water. Our products use … [Read more...]
How to Prevent Flu this Season
Follow these steps to help your Family, Employees, Customers, and Yourself Prevent Flu this Season Did you know that getting the flu shot and keeping good hygiene are not the only ways to prevent the flu this season? Using Ultraviolet UV-C light … [Read more...]
Atlantic Ultraviolet Announces 4 Flu Prevention Steps to Protect Employees, Including Use of UV-C Sanitizers
► Official press release originally posted on PRWeb Flu Prevention Step 1: Offering the Flu Vaccine Atlantic Ultraviolet Corporation® makes it their business to fight the flu, taking flu prevention steps each year. The first step is to get … [Read more...]
View Our Flu Prevention PowerPoint Presentation on SlideShare
In order to prevent the flu, taking 4 flu prevention steps is recommended. The surprise is that it involves more than just flu shots and hygiene; using Ultraviolet UV-C light can increase your chances of not getting the flu, or spreading flu germs to … [Read more...]
How to Control Tuberculosis Transmission with Germicidal UV Lamps
The air in buildings often contains potentially health-threatening bacteria and virus, particularly for people who have impaired immune systems. Tuberculosis is an infectious disease that can be contracted by breathing air containing the tuberculosis … [Read more...]