Abstract: The invention relates to a UV-lamp sterilizing appliance that is used to destroy bacteria. The appliance presents a simple design which can facilitate the sterilization of any elongate personal article such as toothbrush, chopsticks and the like for sanitation by simply putting them into the appliance. The appliance also includes a protective shield surrounding the UV-lamp. The shield is designed to prevent any damage to the user's sight from the leakage of the UV-lamp radiation and also to retain the capacity to destroy bacteria sufficiently. The shield also protects the lamp from damage. Thereby the appliance according to the invention can be used easily and safeguards the user's health.