Traveling & Pump Therapy

Traveling with diabetes always requires careful planning and preparation. When using an insulin pump, there are extra supplies to consider.

Special points about insulin pumps

• Consider taking an extra insulin pump, especially if traveling abroad. Contact pump company for a loaner pump.
• Pump supplies: Take extra supplies!
  • reservoir cartridges
  • infusion sets
  • batteries
  • skin site preparation supplies
  • Insulin and syringes and dosing instructions in case the pumps breaks.

When passing through security checkpoints:

• Inform security screeners that you wear an insulin pump and are carrying diabetes supplies.
• Understand that your insulin pump may trigger metal detectors. Do not disconnect your insulin pump for inspection.

You may also wish to bring a "backup" pump in case yours malfunctions. Even if you have a backup pump, be sure to have syringes and a bottle of long-acting insulin available and insulin dose instructions for a multiple-injection regimen from your medical provider.