UV Rays Emitted Inside Trachea Could ‘Eradicate’ Viruses and Bacteria

UV Rays Emitted Inside Trachea Could ‘Eradicate’ Viruses and Bacteria
Courtesy of Aytu BioScience
Michael Wing
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A new medical technology that emits ultraviolet light inside the body could be used as a therapeutic to eradicate “a wide range of viruses and bacteria, inclusive of coronavirus,” a press release stated on April 20.

Just as the sun can directly kill certain pathogens through its ultraviolet light, so too can devices that utilize this same spectrum.

Michael Wing
Michael Wing
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Michael Wing is a writer and editor based in Calgary, Canada, where he was born and educated in the arts. He writes mainly on culture, human interest, and trending news.
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