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Gluco navii

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zelda

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Type 2
Not really a newbie but been mia for a while and now getting back into things. I'm type2 using metformin and would like to ask is it OK to take a glucose testing kit in hand luggage on easy jet? I realise I really should have contacted them but I've left it too late. No biggy if I can't take it. TIA
 
Hi @zelda , from what I could gather - yes, you can carry it, including insulin and other diabetic supplies, as they are considered essential medical equipment.
They sometimes say a letter from your HCP might be needed, but from what I've read from other users - they don't always ask for it if you just say you have diabetes and need it. I've seen people show a form on their phone before as well though but that was to the security at the scanners. I guess as with a lot of things when traveling - that could depend on the mood of the agents... If you're traveling abroad though, it might be worth checking any restrictions they might have for flying back.
 
Thanks that was my thoughts re the mood of the worker.
 
Excellent, thanks. I've decided to take the minimum lancets and that way it's not a big loss if they object. Appreciate it
 
You do not have to inform anyone.
It is personal information and how will they know you have the meter?
The lancets are far too small for anyone to care about. They only care about shape items longer than 6cm. A 6cm lancet (or would it be a "lance" at that length?) doesn't bear thinking about. Take as many as you need plus spares.
I have carried my meter (and insulin and more) on literally hundreds of flights for more than 20 years and never ever had anyone query the meter or the lancets.

Someone above mentioned a letter from a doctor. I have one but only needed to show it once and that was when there was a very high security risk. I have not shown it in more than 10 years.
 
helli said:
You do not have to inform anyone.
It is personal information and how will they know you have the meter?
The lancets are far too small for anyone to care about. They only care about shape items longer than 6cm. A 6cm lancet (or would it be a "lance" at that length?) doesn't bear thinking about. Take as many as you need plus spares.
I have carried my meter (and insulin and more) on literally hundreds of flights for more than 20 years and never ever had anyone query the meter or the lancets.

Someone above mentioned a letter from a doctor. I have one but only needed to show it once and that was when there was a very high security risk. I have not shown it in more than 10 years.
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Thanks so much, all makes sense now I've aired it. Appreciate it
 
zelda said:
Excellent, thanks. I've decided to take the minimum lancets and that way it's not a big loss if they object. Appreciate it
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You only have to declare sharps above something like a few inches anyway or something like that, so you won’t need to tell anyone about it just leave it in your bag and read the signs
 
All good now, thanks everyone. 25° and navii safe and sound. Wish me luck with food
 
Have a lovely time on your trip @zelda 🙂
 
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