By: Cindy Kimura
Preparing for Emergencies



As a diabetic you face many challenges during any emergency,
more so than anyone else.
Earthquakes, hurricanes and tornados are major emergencies that
require advance preparation.

Here are a few easy things to do to prepare for such an emergency.

  •        Be sure to keep all medication in a safe place and easy
    access. In the event of hurricanes, tornados or earthquakes
    are sure to have a safe and secure place for any and all
    medication. Consider a cooler in the garage or your car filled
    with all your medications and insulin. Also consider having
    medication at friends and relatives in case the emergency
    requires you to leave home. Keep backup monitors, strips and
    any other medical supplies stored in other areas.

  •        Have doctors, pharmacist and any other specialist phone
    numbers handy. Phone numbers can be life savers for
    emergencies. Have family members or relatives have numbers
    handy in case you have to go out of town and need medical
    advice.

  •        Food. Diabetics need to eat constantly. Be sure to have a
    backup supply of food you can eat and help to keep your blood
    glucose levels normal. Coolers are a good resource to store
    food and water. Keep a cooler or other container in your car
    filled up with food supplies.

  •        Contact numbers. Be sure your family has a central
    contact number in case of an emergency. This way you can
    communicate to other family members of your whereabouts
    and conditions at all time.

  •        An emergency radio. Consider purchasing an emergency
    radio that doesn’t require batteries. There are numerous ones
    using hand power or solar powered. If your batteries die you
    can still hear ongoing news about your emergency.


With the threat of hurricanes, tornados and earthquakes be sure
you are prepared for all emergencies. Your life depends on it.