Abstract: A disposable needle cover for receiving, containing and disposing of a hypodermic needle with a needle hub. The needle cover includes a needle receptacle having two substantially similar plates pivotally coupled to each other along a pivot axis. The plates are positionable between an open position for receiving the needle and a closed position. A needle container is formed within the plates and positioned, so that placement of the needle into the container pivots the plates into the closed position for containing and disposing of the needle.

Abstract: A disposable hypodermic needle sheath and remover which is designed as a disposable two-part container, having two halves. The container can be placed in an open position and a used needle placed into its ribs. The ribs have needle receiving grooves or channels which are disposed within the container and will snugly grasp the needle when the container is closed. The needle sheath and remover permits a needle to be covered immediately after use due to its portability, thus reducing the likelihood that the used needle will cause injury.