by Bill Urell
(USA)
Having diabetes does not mean that the world is ending. If you are having the urge to travel, then go ahead, do not let it keep you.
But then, you need to take care of your supplies first before going. Being careful is the best way to avoid accidents and emergency situations.
First thing to do it to prepare a check list of supplies you need to bring. This may include:
* Vials of insulin or
* Insulin loaded syringes
* Oral medication
* Numerous syringes and/or pen needles
* Lancet or other finger pricking devices
* Glucose metes
* Batteries for meter
* Meter solutions
* Glucose strips
* Insulin pump
* Supplies for your insulin pump like fresh batteries, plastic tubes, needles and cathethers
* Glucagon kit for emergencies
* Urine test strips
* Alcohol swabs
* A disposal container for your sharp instruments
* ID and diabetes identity cards
* Medical insurance cards
* Emergency glucose (glucose tablets)
Place all of these in one bag for ease of use and for facilitation of screening at the airport. Pack twice as much as you need so you will not be short. You might also want to bring all your prescription so that in the case that your bag was lost, all items can be replaced promptly.
Next, you need to determine how to store your insulin. Insulin is stable at room temperature but it can lose its therapeutic effect if it is stored in a very hot or very cold place. The next time you go to your supplies store, try looking for travel packs for your insulin.
Then, you need to make sure that all your supplies are properly labeled. There is no limit to the number of syringes or lancets you can bring but they need to be properly stored and labeled.
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