Ultraviolet germicidal irradiation for surface cleaning of COVID-19 in healthcare settings: A review

Ultraviolet germicidal irradiation for surface cleaning of COVID-19 in healthcare settings: A review

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic led to the implementation of additional infection prevention and control (IPC) measures. In healthcare settings, the risk of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) infections remains high for patients, healthcare workers, and visitors. Ultravio...

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Main Authors:	Chioma M. Oringanje, Sidney K. Oparah, Chukwudi Oringanje, Chibuike M. Meremikwu, David Olatunji, Alice A. Uzuta, Chinwe L. Ochu
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	AOSIS 2025-02-01
Series:	Journal of Public Health in Africa
Subjects:	ultraviolet germicidal irradiation covid-19 coronavirus disinfection healthcare
Online Access:	https://publichealthinafrica.org/index.php/jphia/article/view/572
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