For the Responsible Drug Addict
The Urban Needle Box
The Dutch have a problem with bloody or possibly HIV infected needles being found throughout city centers, parks, beaches and stair wells. The problem is so serious that it drove Han Pham to design the Urban Needle Box. This Zippo Lighter styled storage container is very simple in design but provides an easy solution for a complex and growing drug problem worldwide. As a convenient and clearly marked receptacle for used needles, the designer hopes you will be responsible enough to politely use it to store your used needle after you shoot up.
Trend Themes
1. Safe Needle Disposal - The rise in drug use being reported in many countries has created an opportunity in the market to focus on safe needle disposal methods using innovative technologies to tackle the major problem of disease transmission.
2. Portable Drug Testing Kits - Developing user-friendly and portable drug testing kits can help people detect infections and identify the kind of drugs they are using.
3. Safe Injection Sites - Setting up hygienic and safe injection facilities can provide drug users a trusted space where they can safely use drugs with access to medical support.
Industry Implications
1. Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals - Manufacturers can focus on producing innovative needle-disposing containers with newer, safer technologies to ensure a safe and hygienic environment in healthcare and pharmacies.
2. Biotechnology - Biotech companies can develop advancements in testing drugs and identifying infections while ensuring transparency in the testing process.
3. Community-based Services - Creating and establishing community-based services that provide access to safer injection sites and healthcare facilities can promote public health and reduce the incidence of disease transmission.