Travel - wristbands for type 2 with one dose insulin

[Jenny105]

The item under Travel with Diabetes contains wristbands Type 1 ,Type 2, but not type 2 with insulin. It would be good if I could find somewhere local or on ebay who could make such. Its a shame Diabetes UK dont sell these .

 

[Inka]

You could get a proper medical ID @Jenny105 You can then list your insulin on your records.

 

[Jenny105]

Is that the letter mentioned which I can get from my GP? or something different

 

[Leadinglights]

Is that the letter mentioned which I can get from my GP? or something different

I think something like this, https://www.universalmedicalid.co.uk/
If you are travelling abroad you may need or it maybe wise to have a GP letter to explain that you are carrying diabetes supplies.

 

[Lucyr]

I just have one that says insulin dependent diabetes, easily available online

 

[Inka]

Is that the letter mentioned which I can get from my GP? or something different

No, I meant medical ID you can wear. I have a MedicAlert bracelet. They hold a brief version of my records, my contacts, my consultant, etc, and the bracelet itself has basic info engraved on it that I’ve chosen. I went with MedicAlert because it was recommended by my consultant and I like the reassurance. It also works abroad as they speak multiple languages.

 

[Jenny105]

OK Inka gotyer. Ironically somewhere i have 1/2 brothers medical alert necklace . I must look it out. If not I can get one. I take a medicine which doctors should also be aware of. The latter must be kept up in case of accident (unconciousness)

 

[Inka]

The MedicAlert ones are personalised to you @Jenny105 You have a unique ref number, basic medical info on the actual bracelet, and someone at the end of a phone for further info. Mine sits by my watch on my left wrist. It’s discreet but immediately recognisable to HCPs and clearly marked with the MedicAlert symbol for members of the public.