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Submitted by PatientsEngage on 22 June 2014

Do you have a list of Do's and Don'ts when you travel

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Dr S. Patel

Sun, 06/22/2014 - 14:44

I like to always keep a check list of all I need before I travel, such as :
1. Carry all my prescribed meds including a few extra if I get stuck anywhere.
2. Carry emergency meds like Imodium, antacids, pain-killers, cold & cough medicine in case I fall ill.
3. Take the required vaccines for certain countries such as Hep A or Yellow fever.
4. Get Medical insurance for the trip.
5. Carry my phone book with all my emergency contact phone numbers.
6. Drink plenty of water while flying.

Dr S. Patel

Sun, 06/22/2014 - 15:05

Special tips for Diabetes include: carrying small snacks on you in case of delays; scheduling meals according to the time zones; order special diabetic meal on air planes; inform security check about insulin pump; always keep insulin at room temperature, hence carry insulin in your carry-on luggage; do stretching exercises and walking esp. while flying to improve blood circulation.