Diabetes
Information for Engraving your Medical ID Alert Bracelet
Diabetes strikes young and old alike. Diabetes is a disease in which the body does not produce or properly use insulin. Insulin is a hormone that converts sugar, starches and other food into energy needed by the body.
The three major types of diabetes are Type 1, Type 2, and Gestational Diabetes.
Having diabetes affects many of life's daily habits. Wearing a diabetes id bracelet will alert a medic and is recommended by many doctors and leading diabetes organizations.
What information should you include on your medical id alert bracelet:
- The type of diabetes: Type 1, Type 2, or Gestational
- If Insulin is required- Oral or injectable
- Any other medical conditions you may have.
Traveling with Diabetes can often be difficult. But with proper planning, travel can also be enjoyable --and rewarding. The American Diabetes Association has some excellent tips for traveling.
Other Resources for Diabetes:
Diabetes Monitor -
Monitoring diabetes happenings everywhere in cyberspace, and providing information, education and support for people with diabetes.
The Insulin Dependent Diabetes Trust website has an excellent article entitled
"Diabetic Commonsense Balance and Choice" that we highly recommend.
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