Can UV light keep nursing home residents safer from severe respiratory infections?
NCT ID NCT06569160
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether special UV light devices placed in common areas of nursing homes can reduce the number of severe respiratory infections (like pneumonia or COVID-19) in elderly residents. Over 1,600 residents in 12 French nursing homes took part. The devices were either active or deactivated (as a placebo) to see if they made a difference. Results are expected by mid-2026.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Upper-room UVGI (Ultra-Violet Germicidal Irradiation) device
What this could lead to
If it works, this could provide a simple, non-drug way to prevent serious respiratory infections in nursing homes, potentially saving lives and reducing hospitalizations.
What could go wrong
This is a completed trial, but results are not yet published. The devices may not significantly reduce infections, and effectiveness could vary by setting or compliance.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Locations
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EHPAD L'Age d'Or
Monistrol-sur-Loire, 43120, France
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EHPAD Les Patios du Velay
Le Puy-en-Velay, 43000, France
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EHPAD Les Terrasses de la Gazeille
Le Monastier-sur-Gazeille, 43150, France
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EHPAD Marie Goy
Vorey, 43800, France
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EHPAD Nazareth
Le Puy-en-Velay, 43000, France
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EHPAD Notre Dame
Beaulieu, 43021, France
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EHPAD Paradis
Espaly-Saint-Marcel, 43000, France
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EHPAD Résidence Sigolène
Sainte-Sigolène, 43600, France
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EHPAD Saint Jacques
Saugues, 43170, France
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EHPAD Saint-Joseph
Le Puy-en-Velay, 43000, France
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EHPAD du Centre hospitalier Pierre Gallice
Langeac, 43300, France
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EHPAD du Centre hospitalier du Pays de Craponne sur Arzon
Craponne-sur-Arzon, 43500, France