The Economic Times

In 1973, Sheldon Kaplan developed a spring-loaded injector for emergency medicine; the design later became the EpiPen, helping people respond quickly to severe allergies

EpiPens were initially designed to address military challenges but have evolved into life-saving devices for those suffering from food allergies. Current findings suggest a striking rise in food allergies among adults, with many cases emerging later in life. A recent national survey reveals that over 26 million adults in the USA are affected. Timely epinephrine use can drastically lower hospital visit rates due to severe allergic reactions.