Pack Properly
Take twice the amount of diabetes medicine and supplies that you would normally need, in case of travel delays. Better safe than sorry.
Glucose gels, tablets, candy, and regular soft drinks to relieve symptoms of hypoglycemia – low blood sugar.
Snacks such as breakfast bars, cheese crackers, granola bars, and trail milk to eat when meals are missed or delayed.
Keep snacks, glucose gel, or tablets with you.
If you use insulin, make sure you also pack a glucagon emergency kit.
Make sure you keep your prescriptions, health insurance card and emergency phone numbers handy including your doctor’s name and phone number.
Wear medical identification such as a Medic Alert necklace or bracelet that says you have diabetes.
Don’t forget to pack a first aid kit.
Road Trips
If traveling with insulin do not store it in the trunk, glove box, or near a window – it might overheat. If possible, carry a cooler in the car to keep insulin cool, but do not place insulin directly on ice or on a gel pack.