A Checklist for traveling

Before you leave, remember to get:

• a medical check-up
• travel health & Dive insurance
• an identification card and MedicAlert ™ bracelet or necklace
• information on the local foods and drinking water
• a list of your medications
• a letter from your doctor
• any needed vaccinations
• information on local medical facilities or organizations
• Ask your doctor or health care team about:

1. illness management
2. hypoglycemia management (glucagon for insulin users)
3. adjustments for meals, insulin and medications in different time zones
4. avoiding illness caused by contaminated food and water
5. tips for adjusting your medication if required

Packing list:

• extra supply of insulin or oral agent for diabetes
• extra supply of syringes, needles and an extra insulin pen if used
• blood glucose testing kit and record book
• fast-acting insulin for high blood glucose and ketones
• fast-acting sugar to treat low blood glucose
• extra food to cover delayed meals such as a box of cookies or crackers and fruit juice
• urine ketone-testing strips
• anti-nausea and anti-diarrhea pills
• pain medication
• sunblock
• insect repellent
• large amounts of bottled water, if necessary
• comfortable walking shoes
• telephone numbers of your doctor and diabetes educator
• supplies for the trip home in case you run into any problems