Needlestick Injury Crisis
THE PROBLEM
Over 10 Billion hypodermic syringes are sold in the USA each year, but nearly one million of these cause accidental needlestick injuries (grossly under-reported).
Tens of thousands of cases of bloodborne diseases are contracted annually through needlestick injuries, such as Hepatitis and AIDS.
THE RESULT
Workplace safety for healthcare workers and patients is compromised, leading to diseases, fatalities, and pyschologiccal distress.
OVER $3 BILLION in unnecessary follow-up medical costs incurred by healthcare insitutions and insurance companies.
Our Solution
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Automatic, self-sheathing hypodermic safety syringe - Fully compliant with the OSHA mandate and federal law.
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Safe while in use; automatically locked and safe if user loses control of the device.
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Appropriate for general use.
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User-friendly: requires minimal training
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Permanent lock disables device and prevents reuse
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Can change needle safely without exposure to an uncapped needle.