# Disease-Stopping Syringes The One-Time Injection Needle Warns You When a Needle has Been Used By Michael Hines | Published 2011-12-06 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/one-time-injection-needle References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2011/12/05/syringe-for-safe-injection/) The day when all syringes are single-use many not be far off as indicated by the One-Time Injection Needle. The One-Time Injection Needle is the second one-time-use syringe to be featured on Trend Hunter and was designed by Gyeongwan Koo. The One-Time Injection Needle is designed to help diseases from spreading via syringe sharing. Syringe sharing is typically a problem of drug addicts in the first world, but it is often an issue in the medical offices of the third world. A lack of funds and proper training can be a deadly combination as the same syringe is used multiple times in rural clinic. Koo's redesign incorporates a piece of hard elastic that stops the needle from drawing after a second use. The word "used" also appears along the syringe in case someone needs an overt warning not to use the needle again. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **One-time Use Syringes:** A trend towards one-time use syringes to prevent the spread of diseases through syringe sharing is emerging, presenting an opportunity for companies to innovate in this space. - **Smart Syringe Technology:** Innovations such as the One-Time Injection Needle and other designs with tracking and warning systems are beginning to emerge, opening up opportunities for companies to disrupt the traditional syringe market with these new technologies. - **Syringe Recycling:** As more countries look for eco-friendly options, the possibility of recycling one-time use syringes is emerging, creating an opening for companies to develop and implement recycling programs for these single-use products. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Healthcare:** The healthcare industry is poised for disruption in how syringes are designed, manufactured, and used, presenting opportunities for companies to create new business models and products. - **Pharmaceuticals:** As syringe technology advances, the pharmaceutical industry will need to adapt its drug delivery systems to optimize compatibility and efficacy, leading to potential innovation opportunities. - **Waste Management:** With the trend towards single-use syringes gaining momentum, the waste management industry will see an increase in demand for safe and sustainable management solutions for these products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wearable Drug Delivery Patches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wearable-injector.md) - [Connected Insulin Injection Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-insulin-pen-caps.md) - [Modernized Waste-Free Medication Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-medicine-dispenser.md) - [Over-the-Counter Diabetic Pen Needles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/owen-mumford-unifineotc.md) - [Smart Injection Care Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/injection-care-system.md) - [Touch-Free Santizing Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touch-free-pen.md) - [Reusable Wet Wipe Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reusable-tissue-cleaner.md) - [Overdose-Preventing Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/overdose-preventing-wearable.md) - [Streamlined Flossing Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dental-hygiene1.md)