South Africa Innovates in the Fight Against Aids
kyosuke0603 — March 5, 2007 — Naughty
References: dezeen & boingboing.net
Hear Ye' Hear Ye'! A condom applicator designed to help prevent AIDS has been named the Most Beautiful Object in South Africa. The Applicator, invented by Willem van Rensburg and designed by industrial designer Roelf Mulder of South Africa's XYZ Design, allows a condom to be put on easily and rapidly. The product is used by holding the device using the thumb and forefinger of both hands, pulling the condom down over the male genital in a single rapid movement.
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1. AIDS Prevention Innovations - There is a need for further innovation in the area of AIDS prevention to help minimize the spread of the disease.
2. Medical Device Design - There is a growing demand for medical device designers to create innovative products that improve the health of individuals.
3. Sexual Health Tech - The development of innovative technology in the area of sexual health is essential for promoting sexual well-being and preventing sexually transmitted infections.
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1. Healthcare Industry - The introduction of innovative medical devices is an opportunity for the healthcare industry to improve patient outcomes and reduce healthcare costs.
2. Design Industry - There is a need for skilled designers who can create user-friendly products that make healthcare more accessible and effective.
3. Tech Industry - There is an opportunity for the tech industry to create innovative solutions that promote sexual health and prevent sexually transmitted infections.
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