hi all,
I have been reading the diabetes info stuff on travel.
it tells you the things to do before going overseas. ill be going sydney to england, germany . Stopping over in singapore but only for a few hours
The first thing is vaccination requirements. I asked my doctor about this and he said it was only flu and covid vaccinations.
"You must carry scripts for all medications and check them before you go to make sure they are readable."
are they talking about scrips that need to ne refilled.
"Each script must include your name, the name and type of your medication and your doctor’s contact details."
it looks like the meds do already have this info.
"You must carry several copies of a letter from your doctor which you will need to get through Customs. The letter should outline any medical conditions, any medications you take and the devices you use for your insulin and blood glucose testing, such as insulin pens, syringes and needles or pump unit. It should also stress the importance of carrying your medications with you. "
why several copies? so is this a long letter the doctor should be writing not just a summary of medications?
"This is also a good time to arrange the papers you will need to comply with airline regulations."
what papers are they referring to? the letter that i have medication on me?
"Include a small approved sharps container"
can finger prick needles just be kept in the small box?
i also have two heart meds that i take. there is quite a bit to read through regarding diabetes
but i am unsure about beta blockers and ace inhibitors
thanks
I have been reading the diabetes info stuff on travel.
it tells you the things to do before going overseas. ill be going sydney to england, germany . Stopping over in singapore but only for a few hours
The first thing is vaccination requirements. I asked my doctor about this and he said it was only flu and covid vaccinations.
"You must carry scripts for all medications and check them before you go to make sure they are readable."
are they talking about scrips that need to ne refilled.
"Each script must include your name, the name and type of your medication and your doctor’s contact details."
it looks like the meds do already have this info.
"You must carry several copies of a letter from your doctor which you will need to get through Customs. The letter should outline any medical conditions, any medications you take and the devices you use for your insulin and blood glucose testing, such as insulin pens, syringes and needles or pump unit. It should also stress the importance of carrying your medications with you. "
why several copies? so is this a long letter the doctor should be writing not just a summary of medications?
"This is also a good time to arrange the papers you will need to comply with airline regulations."
what papers are they referring to? the letter that i have medication on me?
"Include a small approved sharps container"
can finger prick needles just be kept in the small box?
i also have two heart meds that i take. there is quite a bit to read through regarding diabetes
but i am unsure about beta blockers and ace inhibitors
thanks