Preparing For Disaster. Diabetic Preparedness Key To Survival This Season
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Preparing for Disaster: Essential Diabetic Preparedness for Survival
Summary:
When Hurricane Katrina hit, people with diabetes faced unique challenges, especially those dependent on insulin. As the hurricane and tornado season approaches, Eli Lilly and Company, a leading insulin manufacturer, advises those with diabetes or other chronic illnesses to follow these vital guidelines, regardless of location.
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When Hurricane Katrina struck, it highlighted significant challenges for those with diabetes, particularly insulin users. With over 20 million Americans living with diabetes, and countless others managing chronic conditions, preparation is crucial.
As we enter this year's hurricane and tornado season, Eli Lilly and Company offers essential tips for individuals with diabetes and similar chronic illnesses to ensure safety and manage their condition effectively:
- Organize Medications and Supplies: Store your medications and necessary supplies in a designated area for quick access during an evacuation.
- Keep Cool Packs Handy: Store cool packs in your freezer to maintain medication temperature.
- Prepare an Emergency Kit: Your kit should include:
- Medical essentials like syringes, testing strips, glucose meters, lancing devices, and ketone testing strips.
- A durable plastic bottle for safe disposal of syringes and lancets.
- A cooler for insulin storage.
- A pen and notebook for record-keeping.
- Glasses, if needed, and copies of prescriptions, insurance details, and contact lists.
- A glucagon emergency kit and fast-acting carbohydrates like glucose tablets or orange juice.
- Nonperishable foods, such as granola bars, and bottled water.
- A first-aid kit, flashlight, whistle, matches, candles, radio with batteries, and work gloves.
- Supplies sufficient for at least a week, and sugar sources for low blood sugar episodes.
According to Dr. Sherry Martin, medical advisor at Eli Lilly and Company, "While no one can predict a disaster, preparation enables better diabetes management. Taking the time to prepare can make an enormous difference in an emergency."
If disaster strikes, ensure you:
- Stick to your meal plan and stay hydrated.
- Monitor and record your blood sugar levels diligently.
- Wear proper footwear and check your feet regularly; seek immediate medical help if wounded.
- Contact your doctors promptly if you're relocated to maintain medical care continuity.
- Children with diabetes should have a designated school staff member for emergency assistance.
- Identify yourself as a person with diabetes if displaced to ensure necessary medical care is provided.
Proper planning can significantly enhance your ability to manage diabetes during emergencies.
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