In today's episode, I sit down with Jeffery Miglicco (CEO), Omar Almidani and (Co-Founder), and from PureWay, a company leading the charge in safe sharps disposal and recycling solutions.
Together, we explore:
- Why proper disposal of syringes, pens, and lancets is critical for safety and public health.
- How PureWay is creating accessible and affordable sharps disposal systems
- Recycling technology that keeps millions of pounds of plastic out of landfills.
- The future of waste management to consumers.
This episode is eye-opening for anyone who injects insulin, uses lancets, needles or other sharps type products. It shows us how small changes can make a huge impact on safety, sustainability, and community health.
🔑 Key Takeaways
- Awareness is the first step: most people don’t realize that throwing capped needles in the trash can cause safety risks and environmental harm.
- Safe disposal options exist: from detergent bottles to PureWay’s mail-back sharps containers, there’s always a better choice.
- Recycling is possible: PureWay has pioneered processes to safely recycle millions of pounds of medical plastics.
- Affordability & convenience matter: most consumers only need 1–2 containers per year, and many manufacturers even subsidize programs.
- The future is connected: sharps containers may one day link to apps or support systems, improving medication adherence and safety.
👥 About Today’s Guests
PureWay is a healthcare solutions company focused on safe sharps disposal, recycling, and patient awareness.
- Jeffery Miglicco – CEO of PureWay
- Omar Almidani – Co-Founder, with a background in healthcare and engineering
📌 Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode
- 🌐 Learn more about PureWay: pureway.com
- 📦 Order yours HERE
- 📸 Follow PureWay on Instagram: @pureway
About the Host - Coach Ken
I’m Ken Kniss, founder of Simplifying Life With Diabetes and host of The Healthy Diabetic Podcast. My mission is to help people living with diabetes feel confident, informed, and in control—without letting the condition define their lives.
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