Diabetic Danica shows us how she stores all her diabetes supplies at home and gives some handy tips and tricks on how to stay organized. This helps to know where all your products and medications are. It can be handy to creates 'grab bags' filled with relevant supplies for either site changes or for when you're going out. This means you don't have to worry about forgetting any supplies!
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Here are five tips for organizing diabetes supplies:
Create a Dedicated Storage Space: Designate a specific area in your home for all your diabetes supplies. Use clear bins or labelled containers to keep everything in one place and easily accessible. This can include shelves, drawers, or a specific cabinet.
Use a Diabetes Organizer Case: For on-the-go convenience, use a diabetes organizer case. These cases have compartments for insulin pens, test strips, lancets, and other essentials, making it easy to carry your supplies when you're out and about.
Keep a Detailed Inventory Checklist: It's crucial to keep a checklist of all your supplies and update it regularly. This practice is critical to knowing what you have and what you need to reorder, preventing any unexpected shortages and ensuring you always have enough stock.
Rotate Supplies: Arrange your supplies by expiration date, with the soonest to expire at the front. This ensures you use items before they expire and reduces waste. Regularly check dates and discard expired items.
Invest in Portable Storage Solutions: Whether travelling or just stepping out for the day, portable storage solutions like small pouches or mini coolers for insulin can be a lifesaver. They keep your supplies organized and ensure that temperature-sensitive items like insulin are stored at the right temperature. By following these tips, you can keep your diabetes supplies organized, ensure you have what you need when needed, and make diabetes management more efficient and stress-free.
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It all began in 2016 when our founder wanted to make daily life easier by simplifying diabetes management. He realised that IBD Medical had the potential to ease the burden of people living with diabetes and empower them. This was when Glucology was born in 2017 in Sydney, Australia.
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Remember to always seek advice from your medical practitioner before changing anything about your diabetes management. The above information is not medical advice
