Travelling Tips for Insulin Dependent Diabetics

Travelling Tips for Insulin Dependent Diabetics

Diabetes control can be a trial, even when you are in a familiar location with all of your supplies at hand. Going to a foreign country, or even a different city, adds extra complications and can be daunting. With the proper planning, however, travel can be enjoyable and relaxing.

Before you go:

Get travel insurance

Check in with your health care provider to make sure that you are fit to travel, and get any vaccinations required for your destination

Fill any prescriptions you require (make sure you have twice what you need, just in case)

Bring copies of your prescriptions and a list of medications that you are taking

Research your destination for information on medical clinics and food options

En Route:

Check airline regulations concerning carry-on luggage

Keep prescriptions, diabetes medications and syringes on you at all times

Don't let your insulin or insulin pump go through the x-ray talk to the security staff beforehand and ask for a manual search of your medical supplies

Make sure all insulin and supplies are properly marked with a professionally printed label from the manufacturer or pharmacy

Insulin syringes must have needle guards and be kept with your insulin

Alert the security staff if you are wearing an insulin pump as they will need to check it in person

Take time to stretch or walk around

While There:

Remember to keep time differences in mind when you check your blood sugar level. Talk to your doctor, as you may need to adjust the dosage of your long acting insulin, depending on how many hours you gain or lose in your travels.

Always bring extra water and snacks on outings

Keep your diabetes medication in two separate places, just in case anything gets lost or stolen

Never go on hikes or to remote places on your own, and make sure that your travel buddy is aware you are an insulin dependent diabetic.

Whether you are going away for a weekend or a month, to a new city or a new country, the proper preparation can ensure an enjoyable trip. Bring extras of all your diabetes supplies, keep snacks and bottled water with you at all times, and when in doubt, ask your health care provider.

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