Guides

What we've learned about managing T1D while living in Southeast Asia.

travel tips

Budget Travel with Type 1 Diabetes: How to Save Money Without Compromising Safety

Practical strategies for traveling on a budget with T1D, including insurance savings, supply costs, and destination choices.

Sep 1, 2024Read more
lifestyle

Scuba Diving with Type 1 Diabetes: Safety Guidelines and Practical Tips

Can diabetics scuba dive? Yes, with proper preparation. Here's everything you need to know about diving safely with T1D.

Aug 15, 2024Read more
diabetes management

Handling Sick Days Abroad with Type 1 Diabetes

How to manage blood sugar when you're sick while traveling, including food poisoning, infections, and when to seek medical help.

Aug 1, 2024Read more
diabetes management

Backup Plans When Diabetes Technology Fails Abroad

What to do when your insulin pump, CGM, or other diabetes tech fails while traveling. Emergency protocols and manual management strategies.

Jul 15, 2024Read more
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Managing Type 1 Diabetes in Vietnam: Complete Guide

Everything you need to know about insulin access, healthcare, and living with T1D in Vietnam as an expat, retiree, or long-term traveler.

Jul 1, 2024Read more
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Finding a Doctor Abroad with Type 1 Diabetes

How to find diabetes-competent healthcare providers when living or traveling abroad, including what to look for and how to prepare for appointments.

Jun 15, 2024Read more
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Managing Type 1 Diabetes in Bali, Indonesia: Complete Guide

Everything you need to know about insulin access, healthcare, and living with T1D in Bali as an expat or long-term traveler.

Jun 15, 2024Read more
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The Essential Diabetes Emergency Supply Kit for Travelers

What to pack in your emergency diabetes kit for travel, including backups for every scenario and how to organize it all.

Jun 1, 2024Read more
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Managing Blood Sugar During Long-Haul Flights

Practical strategies for keeping blood sugar stable during extended flights, including meal timing, basal adjustments, and handling time zone changes.

Jun 1, 2024Read more
diabetes management

Best Insulin Cooling Cases for Travel: Complete Buyer's Guide

Detailed comparison of insulin cooling cases for travel, from budget FRIO pouches to high-end electric coolers. What actually works in tropical heat.

May 15, 2024Read more
diabetes management

Time Zone Changes and Insulin Dosing: A Practical Guide

How to adjust your insulin when crossing time zones, including strategies for pumps, MDI, and long-acting insulin timing.

May 15, 2024Read more
diabetes management

CGM Overpatches for Swimming, Surfing, and Water Activities

How to keep your Dexcom, Libre, or other CGM secure during water activities in tropical climates. Product recommendations and application tips.

May 1, 2024Read more
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Lost or Stolen Diabetes Supplies Abroad: What to Do

Step-by-step guide for handling lost, stolen, or damaged diabetes supplies while traveling, including how to get replacements fast.

May 1, 2024Read more
diabetes management

Insulin Pens vs Vials for Travel: Which is Better for Long Trips?

A practical comparison of insulin pens and vials for extended travel, including volume, convenience, loss risk, and cost considerations.

Apr 15, 2024Read more
insurance legal

Customs Regulations for Insulin in Southeast Asia

What you need to know about bringing insulin and diabetes supplies through customs in Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, and other SE Asian countries.

Apr 1, 2024Read more
insurance legal

Travel Insurance for Type 1 Diabetics: What Actually Covers You

How to find travel insurance that covers pre-existing conditions like T1D, and what to look for in the fine print.

Mar 15, 2024Read more
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How Much Insulin and Supplies to Bring for Long-Term Travel

A practical guide to calculating how many pods, vials, and diabetes supplies you need for extended trips abroad.

Mar 1, 2024Read more
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Flying with Insulin and Diabetes Supplies: The Complete Airport Survival Guide

How to get through airport security with insulin, syringes, pumps, and CGMs without the stress. Tips from a T1D who's done it hundreds of times.

Feb 15, 2024Read more
diabetes management

How to Store Omnipod in Tropical Climates

Practical tips for keeping your Omnipod and insulin supplies safe in hot, humid Southeast Asian weather.

Feb 1, 2024Read more
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Managing Type 1 Diabetes in Thailand: A Complete Guide

Everything you need to know about insulin access, healthcare, and living with T1D in Thailand as an expat, long-term traveler, or retiree.

Jan 15, 2024Read more

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