MISSION,
Kan., July 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- (Family
Features) Be it a short weekend trip to an epic destination or a
longer trip to a dream spot, 212 million American adults are
planning much-deserved vacations, according to The Vacationer's
Summer Travel Survey 2024. However, one thing travelers living with
type 1 diabetes can't leave behind: their diabetes.
This is why many frequent travelers living with type 1 diabetes
like Nicky Williams, a full-time
student who loves documenting travel on her blog, are always
prepared by having a checklist when she travels. This checklist
helps those like Williams carefully manage type 1 diabetes and
allows them to manage the unexpected.
"I was born with a sense of wanderlust," Williams said.
"However, 14 years ago, my ability to travel was challenged when I
was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. Thanks to my diabetes tech, my
love for travel and my passion for trying different foods around
the world is as strong as ever. When I travel, I'm less
stressed‡ when enjoying new cultures and foods where I
might not get the carb count just right. I let my MiniMed 780G
system do what it does best and account for the unexpected so I can
truly immerse myself in the experience instead of my diabetes."
If you're planning a trip this summer and looking for a better
way to manage your diabetes, consider these tips:
Talk to Your Health Care Provider
Discuss your current
treatment plan and any concerns you have. Talk about adjustments
you may need to make, depending on where you're going, what you'll
be doing and how your diet may be affected. Also be sure to get a
current letter stating you have diabetes and any special
information regarding your needs that you can provide in the event
of an emergency.
Pack Your Supplies
Put your diabetes supplies in a
carry-on bag and pack twice as much insulin as you think you'll
need. Consider packing insulin with a gel ice pack, which is less
likely to get flagged by luggage scanners. With a solution like the
Medtronic Extended infusion set, travelers with diabetes have the
option for an extended wear duration of up to seven days, leaving
more space for packing other items.
Navigate the Airport
Traveling with a medical device
or supplies can be a nerve-wracking experience, especially if
flying to your destination. Upon arriving at the security
screening, notify security officers of any equipment in your
carry-on or attached to your body. While you will not be required
to remove an attached device, you may be subject to additional
screenings, including a visual inspection, self-pat down and other
trace testing of the device and supplies.
Research Pharmacies
Look into where you can access
additional supplies if you run low, your luggage gets misplaced, or
some other unforeseen event affects your insulin or other supplies.
Verify whether the pharmacy accepts your insurance and the types of
supplies you might need. You may even want to call ahead to get
your information entered in their system so they're able to help
you more efficiently if an urgent need arises. If something happens
to your insulin pump, know your options for getting a replacement
or loaner while traveling.
Safeguard Your Routine
Mealtimes are consistently
cited as one of the most difficult aspects of diabetes management
and the change of pace that comes with travel and excursions can
disrupt your routine. An automated insulin delivery system can help
alleviate that stress for those times when you forget to plan
ahead. An option such as the MiniMed 780G system has your back if
you occasionally forget or miscalculate a
dose.† The system's world-class algorithm measures
sugar levels every 5 minutes, assessing if a meal has been eaten
and giving automatic corrections and adjustments to insulin. With
some of the manual work being taken on by the system, traveling
becomes a more seamless experience, allowing you to enjoy your
favorite foods, relax and revel in your vacation.
To learn more about managing diabetes on the road, visit
medtronicdiabetes.com/TravelTips.
‡ Refers to SmartGuard™ feature. Individual results
may vary.
† Taking a bolus 15-20 minutes before a meal helps to
keep blood sugar levels under control after eating.
Important safety information: MiniMed™ 780G
system with SmartGuard™ technology with
Guardian™ 4 sensor
The MiniMed™ 780G system is intended for
continuous delivery of basal insulin at selectable rates, and the
administration of insulin boluses at selectable amounts for the
management of type 1 diabetes mellitus in persons seven years of
age and older requiring insulin as well as for the continuous
monitoring and trending of glucose levels in the fluid under the
skin. The MiniMed™ 780G system includes
SmartGuard™ technology, which can be programmed to
automatically adjust insulin delivery based on the continuous
glucose monitoring (CGM) sensor glucose values and can suspend
delivery of insulin when the sensor glucose (SG) value falls below
or is predicted to fall below predefined threshold values.
The Medtronic MiniMed™ 780G system consists of
the following devices: MiniMed™ 780G insulin pump,
the Guardian™ 4 transmitter, the
Guardian™ 4 sensor, One-press serter, the
Accu-Chek™ Guide Link blood glucose meter, and the
Accu-Chek™ Guide test strips. The system requires a
prescription from a healthcare professional.
The Guardian™ 4 sensor is intended for use with
the MiniMed™ 780G system and the Guardian 4
transmitter to monitor glucose levels for the management of
diabetes. The sensor is intended for single use and requires a
prescription. The Guardian™ 4 sensor is indicated
for up to seven days of continuous use.
The Guardian™ 4 sensor is not intended to be
used directly to make therapy adjustments while the
MiniMed™ 780G is operating in manual mode. All
therapy adjustments in manual mode should be based on measurements
obtained using a blood glucose meter and not on values provided by
the Guardian™ 4 sensor. The
Guardian™ 4 sensor has been studied and is approved
for use in patients ages 7 years and older and in the arm insertion
site only. Do not use the Guardian™ 4 sensor in the
abdomen or other body sites including the buttocks, due to unknown
or different performance that could result in hypoglycemia or
hyperglycemia.
WARNING: Do not use the SmartGuard™ feature
for people who require less than 8 units or more than 250 units of
total daily insulin per day. A total daily dose of at least 8
units, but no more than 250 units, is required to operate in the
SmartGuard™ feature.
WARNING: Do not use the MiniMed™ 780G system
until appropriate training has been received from a healthcare
professional. Training is essential to ensure the safe use of the
MiniMed™ 780G system.
WARNING: Do not use SG values to make treatment decisions,
including delivering a bolus, while the pump is in Manual Mode. When the
SmartGuard™ feature is active and you are no longer
in Manual Mode, the pump uses an SG
value, when available, to calculate a bolus amount. However, if
your symptoms do not match the SG value, use a BG meter to confirm
the SG value. Failure to confirm glucose levels when your symptoms
do not match the SG value can result in the infusion of too much or
too little insulin, which may cause hypoglycemia or
hyperglycemia.
Pump therapy is not recommended for people whose vision or
hearing does not allow for the recognition of pump signals, alerts,
or alarms. The safety of the MiniMed™ 780G system
has not been studied in pregnant women, persons with type 2
diabetes, or in persons using other anti-hyperglycemic therapies
that do not include insulin. For complete details of the system,
including product and important safety information such as
indications, contraindications, warnings and precautions associated
with system and its components, please
consult https://www.medtronicdiabetes.com/important-safety-information#minimed-780g and
the appropriate user guide
at https://www.medtronicdiabetes.com/download-library
Rx Only. Subcut admin of insulin only. NOT for IV or blood
products. Infection/irritation risk possible. Follow directions and
replace as indicated. See https://bit.ly/infusionsetsafety
Abbreviated+: Rx Only. Subcut admin of insulin only. NOT for IV
or blood products. See https://bit.ly/infusionsetsafety
The content and all information provided is for your
informational use only and is not intended to be a substitute for
professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment in any manner.
Responses to a treatment may vary from patient to patient. Always
talk with your physician about diagnosis and treatment information
and ensure that you understand and carefully follow that
information.
Michael French
mfrench@familyfeatures.com
1-888-824-3337
editors.familyfeatures.com
About Family Features Editorial Syndicate
A leading
source for high-quality food, lifestyle and home and garden
content, Family Features provides readers with topically and
seasonally relevant tips, takeaways, information, recipes, videos,
infographics and more. Find additional articles and information at
Culinary.net and eLivingToday.com.
View original content to download
multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/5-travel-tips-for-people-with-diabetes-302195046.html
SOURCE Family Features Editorial Syndicate