How to Protect an Elderly Parent From Illness-Causing Germs: A Caregiver's Guide
Why elderly parents get sick more easily, and the vaccination, hygiene, and home habits that actually help protect them this season.
July 9, 2026
The Parent's Guide to Respiratory Virus Season: RSV, Flu, Rhinovirus, and COVID-19
RSV, Flu, Rhinovirus and COVID-19 follow a predictable seasonal arc every fall. Here's what each virus is, when it peaks — and what you can do about your home environment before the season starts.
June 17, 2026
Air Purifier vs. UV Disinfection: What's the Difference for Germs?
HEPA filters trap particles — they don't kill viruses. Here's how Far-UVC disinfection works differently.
May 20, 2026
You Got Rid of the Chemical Cleaners. But Is Your Home Actually Disinfected?
Vinegar, essential oils, and steam are popular chemical-free cleaning tools — but do they actually disinfect? Here's what the research says, and what does.
April 30, 2026
Training for a Marathon? Why You Get Sick More — and What to Do About It
Why marathon training increases your odds of getting sick, what the "open window" effect actually is, and how your recovery environment plays a role.
April 9, 2026
Oura, Eight Sleep, CGM — and the One Gap in Every Health Stack
Your Oura Ring, Eight Sleep, and CGM cover sleep, recovery, and metabolic health. None of them touch airborne pathogen load — here's the gap and how Far-UVC light technology closes it.
February 11, 2026
The Ultimate Cleaning Product Comparison: The Best Way to Disinfect Your Home
Cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting aren't the same. Compare sprays, HEPA filters, UV-C, and Far-UVC to find the best way to disinfect your home.
February 11, 2026
The Germiest Places in Your Home (and What to Do About Them)
Research reveals the germiest places in your home — kitchen sponges, sinks, and more — and what actually helps.
February 4, 2026
How to Disinfect a Nursery With Fewer Chemicals
How to help disinfect a nursery without the chemical exposure of traditional sprays and other cleanings methods.
January 27, 2026
Is UV Light Safe for Humans? What the Research Says About Far-UVC at Home
Conventional UV light causes skin damage and eye injury. Here's why Far-UVC at 222nm is different, and what the peer-reviewed research shows about its safety for continuous human exposure.
January 14, 2026
Why Daycare Kids Get Sick So Often — and How to Help Reduce the Spread at Home
Why daycare kids get sick so often has less to do with dirty hands than most parents think. Here's what's actually spreading in the room — and what you can do about your home environment.
January 8, 2026
How Long Do Germs Live on Surfaces? RSV, Flu, COVID-19, and More
How long do RSV, flu, COVID-19, norovirus, and rhinovirus survive on surfaces at home?
December 5, 2025
Why Mold Thrives in Winter (And the Breakthrough That Stops It)
Most of us assume winter kills mold. Cold weather, frozen ground, dormant nature—surely fungi can't thrive in these conditions, right?
November 2, 2025
Far-UVC is The Future of Healthy Indoor Environments
How Far-UVC Technology Is Improving Environmental Disinfection in Hospitals, Schools, and Everyday Spaces
June 23, 2025
Recap: The 2025 International Conference on Far-UVC Science and Technology
Last week, Beacon attended the 2025 International Conference on Far-UVC Science and Technology (ICFUST) at the University of Colorado
May 29, 2025
Beacon Closes Seed Round
Chicago-based Beacon secures funding to fuel expansion activities
