Insulin, Ozempic, Mounjaro, Trulicity, Victoza, Byetta, and Diabetes Injections

Prefilling insulin syringes is common practice among diabetes nurses and patients. But is it safe? How to do it properly? How to store your preloaded syringes?

Hiking with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes? Check out these essential tips to make sure your hike is safe and enjoyable!

Essential tips for traveling with diabetes. How to plan, pack, and manage your diabetes during travel. Checklist and pre-departure advice on travel insurance for diabetics. Advice on carrying insulin and navigating TSA regulations with diabetes supplies. And more tips for safe travels with diabetes!

You can take insulin needles on the airplane as long as they are properly packed and declared to TSA. Follow guidelines for storing, labeling, and disposing of needles, and ensure you have necessary documentation for a smooth security process. Learn more here!

Unless you have a waterproof insulin pump, you must take extra precautions to protect your device from water when showering, bathing, or swimming.

How to sleep with an insulin pump? What happens if I roll onto it? What if it unplugs? Will it be comfortable? What if I get tangled up in the tubing or accidentally pull out the infusion set while asleep?

Diabetes day camps, Diabetes summer camps for kids, Family camps, Type 1 youth camps, or Type 2 diabetes boot camps: there's a camp for every diabetic! Everything you need to know to choose the best diabetes camp for you.

Running out of insulin frightens every insulin-dependent diabetic. Whether your insulin has gone bad or your prescription has expired, what should you do in case you run out of insulin? 

Explore the signs and symptoms of bad insulin and learn how to properly store and handle your insulin pens and vials to prevent them from going bad. Understand the risks associated with bad insulin and learn how to tell if your insulin is bad.

Most insulin pumps can safely go through airport scanners but should avoid X-ray machines. Here’s everything you need to know about navigating airport security with your insulin pump!

25 questions answered about TSA regulations & flying with diabetic supplies. Can you take insulin on the plane? What about diabetic needles & syringes? Can CGMs and insulin pumps go through metal detectors & X-ray machines?

Trulicity needs to be refrigerated, but it can be safely stored at room temperature for up to 14 days if kept below 86°F (30°C). Proper Trulicity storage is essential because factors such as temperature, exposure to heat, and expiration dates can impact its effectiveness. Learn more here!