By now, you know that staph, MRSA, E. coli, and other germs are everywhere in your locker room, but some places are more prone to microbial growth than others. Dark, damp environments provide opportunities for bacteria and molds to rapidly multiply, and frequent skin-to-skin contact in sports allows for further spread back in the locker...
Candida auris: you’ve probably heard about it in the news by now. This emerging fungus is making waves because of its multi-drug resistance and its rapid spread. According to the CDC, C. Auris represents a global health threat — so what can we do to prevent it? Candida Fungi C. auris is just a new...
When Covid first rocked the world, we all got a little creative with our disinfection routines (you may remember the hand sanitizer made from tequila). In search of a quick way to disinfect big areas, many schools looked to UV lights — but are they worth the investment? We took a closer look at the...
Spring has sprung! With the beautiful warm weather and flowers blooming around us, it’s the perfect time to appreciate our planet and do our part to protect it. At Global Ozone, we’re dedicated to creating eco-friendly alternatives to traditional disinfectants that make your life easier while also preventing pollution and waste. This year on Earth...
At Global Ozone, we get it. With busy practice schedules and game film to watch, sanitizing gear might be the last thing on your mind. You can probably dream up even more than four reasons not to disinfect it right away, but we’ve got a solution for you. Take a look at the most common...
It’s that time of year again: March Madness is back! By now, your bracket has probably been busted (or maybe you’re one of the lucky ones), but March Madness isn’t just a time to watch hours of basketball and place bets on your favorite team. Instead, bet on your team’s health and reap the benefits...
When you think of upstart companies founded out of a garage you may think of Apple, Microsoft, Google — and Global Ozone. Back in 2003, Global Ozone inventor Patrick “Pat” McKenna and his partner Chuck Christner built their first four units right in Pat’s garage before shipping them off to a military base in Japan....
Is ozone safe? Here’s the short answer: If you’re a germ, no. If you’re looking for a powerful sanitizing solution, absolutely. Ozone (or O3) is a naturally occurring gas that protects us from both dangerous UV rays and harmful bacteria, viruses, and molds. As a powerful antimicrobial agent, ozone is one of the best ways...
Locker rooms offer the perfect incubator for several common bacteria, viruses, molds, and fungi — and it’s putting your team at risk. Not only do these germs cause overwhelming odor, but they can also cause severe illnesses that could result in your players sitting on the bench. Check out just a few of the reasons...
When your doctor is extra insistent that you take all of your antibiotic prescription, they have a very good reason: antibiotic resistance. You may have heard of MRSA, or even seen a concerning article about antibiotic resistance (ABR) — a rising concern in the healthcare community. But how can ABR ultimately impact your team? Brief...
