Wireless Pressure Ulcer Prevention Device

Pressure ulcers are a common problem in current hospital settings. This project created a system to detect the early onset of pressure ulcers and alert a caregiver. Three different physiological factors, known to contribute to the formation of pressure ulcers, can be continuously measured via a disposable adhesive patch and wirelessly transmitted to a computer interface. The user interface instructs a clinician to input additional physiological factors, not locally measured, which indicate the risk of local ulcer formation

Strengthening Spaza Shops in Monwabisi Park

Spaza shops provide essential services to local residents but struggle to succeed due to inadequate business skills and a weak supply chain. The goal of our project was to strengthen spaza shops by implementing the Triple Trust Organisation's programmes in Monwabisi Park and forming a spaza association. We organized a business training session, enrolled eleven people in Shop-Net, and facilitated the formation of a spaza business network. There is still room for improvement, but our work created a starting point for further development