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Power outages, natural disasters, and unexpected emergencies can disrupt access to diabetes supplies at the worst possible times. A well-prepared emergency kit ensures that you can manage your diabetes safely for at least 72 hours \u2014 and ideally up to two weeks \u2014 regardless of circumstances.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Essential Supplies Checklist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Category<\/th>\nItems<\/th>\nQuantity<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Medication<\/strong><\/td>\nInsulin, oral medications<\/td>\n7-day supply minimum<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Monitoring<\/strong><\/td>\nMeter, test strips, lancets, spare CGM sensors<\/td>\n7-day supply<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Hypo treatment<\/strong><\/td>\nGlucose tablets, glucose gel, glucagon kit<\/td>\nMinimum 3 treatments<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Documentation<\/strong><\/td>\nMedical ID, medication list, emergency contacts<\/td>\nLaminated copies<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
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\u26a0\ufe0f Insulin Temperature Management<\/p>\n

Insulin must be kept between 2\u20138\u00b0C when stored and below 30\u00b0C when in use. In a power outage, use a Frio cooling wallet (activated with water). Never freeze insulin.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\u2705 Key Takeaway<\/p>\n

A diabetes emergency kit is an essential component of responsible diabetes management. Assemble your kit now, before an emergency occurs, and review and replenish it every six months.<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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