Travel Smart with Diabetes: The Essential Guide to Building Your Diabetic Travel Kit for Every Adventure
1. Cooling Cases for Insulin, Ozempic, and Injections. 2. Diabetes Supply Organizer. 3. Insulin Vial Protector. 4. Travel Sharps Container. 5. Emergency Kit for Low Blood Sugar. 6. Medical ID Bracelet. 7. Diabetes Travel Letter. 8. Travel Insurance for Diabetes. 9. Diabetes Apps and Tech. 10. First Aid Kit.
Can Insulin Freeze? Understanding the Risks, Consequences, and Best Practices for Prevention
Can you freeze insulin? Is frozen insulin safe to use? What is insulin's freezing point? What about thawed insulin? Do you really have to throw it all away and lose hundreds of dollars' worth of medication? All you need to know if your insulin has accidentally frozen!
Can Insulin Go Bad? How to Identify Spoiled Insulin, Avoid Risks, and Store It Properly
Explore the signs and symptoms of bad insulin and learn how to properly store and handle your insulin pens and vials to prevent them from going bad. Understand the risks associated with bad insulin and learn how to tell if your insulin is bad.
Does Insulin Expire? How Long Is It Good For?
Insulin has two expiration dates: the official one and the one after opening. Learn here how to know when your insulin expires and what to do about expired insulin.
Is It Safe to Inject Cold Insulin? Understanding the Effects, Risks, and Best Practices
Injecting cold insulin can increase pain and discomfort at the injection site. But when cold insulin is the only available option, you can safely inject it.
What Happens When Insulin Gets Warm? Risks, Effects, and Essential Storage Tips to Keep It Safe
Find out what happens if insulin gets warm, including how it impacts efficacy, potential health risks, and effective strategies for maintaining its potency. Essential tips for storing insulin safely and preventing temperature-related degradation.
Is Your Insulin Still Safe? What Happens When It's Left Out for 1 Hour or Overnight
Discover the risks and safety guidelines for insulin that's been left out of the fridge, whether for 1 hour, 2 hours, 12 hours, overnight, or multiple days. Learn how long insulin can stay out, the impact of temperature, and what to do with insulin left out for too long!
Insulin Storage: 10 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Storing Your Insulin Pens and Vials
Discover the 10 common mistakes people make when storing insulin and learn how to keep your pens and vials cool, safe, and effective in all situations. From proper refrigeration techniques to smart travel tips, all you need to know about proper insulin storage!
How to Store Insulin Without Refrigeration? Practical Tips from a Type 1 Diabetic!
Helpful tips on storing insulin without refrigeration from a Type 1 diabetic! Learn practical, life-tested methods to keep your insulin cool, safe, and potent, even when a fridge isn't an option. Ideal for travelers, adventurers, and anyone living off-grid in South Africa!
Does Insulin Need to Be Refrigerated? Essential Users Tips for Proper Insulin Storage!
Insulin needs to be refrigerated between 2°C and 8°C when not in use and kept at room temperature below 25°C once opened or removed from the fridge. Essential storage tips and guidelines for insulin living in South Africa!
The Ultimate Guide to Traveling with Insulin: How to Keep It Refrigerated and Cool on the Go
Essential tips for traveling with insulin that needs to be refrigerated or just needs to stay cool. Learn how to manage your insulin on the go with our comprehensive guide on refrigeration techniques and effective cooling solutions.
Insulin Travel Cases: The Best Companions for Diabetic Travelers!
A selection of the best insulin travel cases for diabetic travelers in South Africa. Wide range of options from lightweight coolers to durable refrigerated cases. All approved by the ACSA to fly with insulin. Detailed review of each cooling cases to help you find the perfect match for your travel needs.