# Canned Needles "Antivirus" Syringe Dispenser By Alex Covert | Published 2007-08-31 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/syringe-dispenser-can References: [coolest-gadgets](http://www.coolest-gadgets.com/20070830/syringe-disposal-gets-a-name/) A company called Han Pham has developed a simple syringe disposal system that reuses a [standard 12-ounce aluminum can](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cool-can). The device ensures safe disposal of needles to avoid infecting anyone with tainted blood. It simple, low-tech approach involves covering the top of a can with a bright yellow, one-way lid. A lot safer than dropping [used syringes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/owen-mumford-unifineotc) on the sidewalk, or even throwing the pointy guys in the trash, don't you think? So crack open a Bud, and [get your vaccine on](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polio-vaccination-initiative). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Reusable Syringe Disposal:** A trend in using simple and low-tech approaches to create syringe disposal systems that promote safe needle reuse and reduce waste. - **Improving Needle Safety:** A trend in developing innovative solutions that ensure safe disposal of needles and prevent the spread of infection. - **Sustainable Medical Waste Management:** A trend in finding environmentally-friendly ways to manage medical waste, such as repurposing everyday items like aluminum cans for syringe disposal. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Healthcare Waste Management:** The healthcare industry can explore new opportunities to develop cost-effective and sustainable solutions for managing medical waste, particularly in syringe disposal. - **Medical Device Manufacturing:** The medical device manufacturing industry can innovate by creating safer and more efficient syringe disposal systems that are user-friendly and environmentally-friendly. - **Pharmaceuticals:** The pharmaceutical industry can collaborate with innovative companies like Han Pham to develop and promote safer needle disposal solutions to protect public health. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Smart Injection Care Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/injection-care-system.md) - [Modernized Waste-Free Medication Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-medicine-dispenser.md) - [Can-Based Cleaning Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clean-can-starter-kit.md) - [Innovative Vaccine Delivery Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/innovative-vaccine-delivery.md) - [Resealable Cannabis Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cannabis-drink-packaging.md) - [Single-Handed Pharmaceutical Caps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snapslide.md) - [Accessible Pill Dispenser Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solopill.md) - [Beverage Can Openers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/davi-can-opener.md) - [Wearable Drug Delivery Patches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wearable-injector.md)