What Is the CDC’s Stance on UV light/UVGI/FAR-UVC for COVID-19 Prevention?

The CDC does not recommend UV light as a primary solution for COVID-19 protection. This is due to costs and the availability of other cheaper, and more effective methods.

Instead, the CDC recommends improving ventilation and the use of HEPA filters indoors, both of which have a long track record and concrete evidence they reduce COVID-19 transmission.

Read More: The CDC’s Recommended Ways to Reduce COVID-19 Transmission


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