Nelo is a healthcare safety innovator providing smart sharps disposal solutions. Founded by a nurse practitioner with over 15 years of real-world experience, Nelo is committed to eliminating needlestick injuries and enhancing safety in healthcare settings through smart technology, intuitive design, and proactive protection.
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2,000,000
needlestick injuries occur annually among healthcare workers globally (World Health Organization).
40-75%
of needlestick injuries go unreported, leading to significant underestimation of risk.
385,000
Cost per injury: Direct expenses range from $500 to $5,000, not including indirect costs like psychological stress and reduced productivity (Occupational Health & Safety).
sharps-related injuries are reported every year in U.S. hospitals (CDC).
Infection risks from injuries: 0.3% chance for HIV, 3% for Hepatitis C, and up to 30% for Hepatitis B.
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Nelo’s Smart Disposal System
Nelo’s Smart Disposal System directly tackles these risks with smart technology, automation, and simplicity. By integrating RFID-based monitoring, automated alerts, and contactless disposal, Nelo ensures healthcare workers stay protected and compliant, minimizing the risk of injury while maximizing efficiency.
INTRODUCING
Healthcare-Driven Innovation
Inspired by healthcare professionals' needs and challenges, Nelo’s smart technology solutions are intuitive, practical, and tailored for real-world application.
Minimal Intervention, Maximum Protection
Nelo’s design fits seamlessly into healthcare workflows, offering hands-off safety. This allows professionals to maintain high standards without disrupting routines, delivering protection that works with you, not against you.
Uncompromising Safety
Safety is the foundation of Nelo. Our smart system is designed to exceed industry standards, actively preventing needlestick injuries and promoting timely disposal.
Smart Technology
Nelo’s Smart Disposal System leverages technology for unparalleled safety. RFID sensors, built-in alarms, and automatic lid closures minimize human error, ensuring maximum safety while offering contactless, keyless operation.
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WHAT OUR PARTNERS SAY
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Mildah Young, MD
This is a great innovation. I am sure it will go a long way in preventing needle injury. So proud to see such progress in healthcare.
Dr. Faustina Muruako, DNP, FNP-BC
I am eagerly looking forward to the implementation of the Smart Disposal System. I am particularly intrigued by the safety features, such as the inbuilt alarm and automatic lid closures. Goodbye, needle sticks! As a DNP nurse practitioner with over 30 years of experience in healthcare, I truly appreciate this innovation, as it will significantly reduce needle stick injuries among healthcare professionals.
Olanike Ekundayo, Correctional RN
As we are all aware, needle stick injuries are one of the leading causes of infection transmission in healthcare settings. Nelo's smart disposal containers offer an effective solution by providing peace of mind through a user-friendly alert system that helps prevent overfilling. The technology is both reliable and backed by exceptional support from Nelo's team. Nelo serves as a constant reminder to healthcare workers that their safety is a top priority. I’m genuinely excited to see this implemented in all healthcare facilities .
Dr. Laurel Uhomba, PharmD, MPH, MBA
As a pharmacist, I find Nelo's Smart Disposal System to be an innovative solution that significantly improves sharps disposal safety. The contactless disposal system and built-in alarm for full containers help reduce contamination risks and ensure timely replacements, enhancing both safety and efficiency. The keyless entry system makes replacing full containers quick and hassle-free, which is crucial in busy healthcare environments. Overall, this product offers practical benefits that streamline workflow and improve compliance with safety protocols.
Nelo was founded out of a personal mission to enhance healthcare safety. Chinelo, a nurse practitioner with over 15 years of experience, faced firsthand the dangers of needlestick injuries.
This exposure to daily safety challenges inspired the development of Nelo’s Smart Disposal System, a user-friendly product designed to protect healthcare workers. "Nelo" reflects the mission of safeguarding others, offering smart protection with minimal intervention.
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Dr. Chinelo Pearl Nwaogbo,
DNP, APRN, FNP-C, RN, CWS,
Founder and CEO of Nelo
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