I've Eaten My Way Through 40 Countries with Type 1 Diabetes — Here's Everything I've Actually Learned
Diabetes doesn't have to stop you from eating your way through the world. Here's what actually works — from buffet rules to heat management — from a T1D traveller with 40 countries under their belt.
Diabetes Emergencies Abroad — What Every Diabetic Traveller Needs to Know Before They Go
Traveling with diabetes means preparing for the unlikely, not just the everyday — severe hypos and DKA are rare, but they hit differently when you're far from home.
My Insulin Cooler Has Been to 40 Countries — And It's One Of The Reasons I Keep Going Back
From CATSA checkpoints to 40°C heat in Spanish summers, here's why I trust 4AllFamily insulin coolers to keep my insulin safe anywhere in the world.
I've Travelled to 40 Countries with Insulin — Here's the Worst Advice I Ever Got
Living with Type 1 diabetes doesn't mean staying home. After 40 countries, here's the travel advice I've learned to ignore — and what actually works for diabetic travellers.
Crossing Time Zones with Insulin: What I've Learned the Hard Way
Flying across time zones with insulin? Learn how eastbound and westbound travel affects Lantus, Tresiba, Toujeo, and insulin pumps — with practical tips for Canadian travellers with type 1 diabetes.
Can CGMs Pass Through Airport Security? What Every Diabetic Traveller Needs to Know
Flying with a CGM from or to Canada? Learn exactly how CATSA handles Dexcom G7, FreeStyle Libre 2/3, and Medtronic Guardian at airport security — and what to say at the airport checkpoint.
Left Your Insulin in a Hot Car? Here's What to Do — and How to Make Sure It Never Happens Again
Forgot your insulin in a hot car? Find out if it's still safe to use, what heat damage looks like, and how to protect your insulin with the right cooler for Canadian life.
What Happens If Mounjaro Gets Warm? A Complete Guide to Heat Exposure and Safe Storage
What happens if Mounjaro gets warm? Learn how heat affects your medication, when it’s still safe to use, and what to do if it’s exposed to high temperatures—plus expert storage tips for Canadian climates.
Why Are There Air Bubbles in Your Insulin Pens and Are They Dangerous?
Air bubbles in insulin pens are common and usually harmless—but they can affect your dose and blood sugar control. Learn why they happen, how to remove them, and simple tips to prevent them for more accurate insulin delivery.
CATSA Regulations for Travellers with Insulin and Diabetic Supplies: What Can you Bring on a Plane?
25 questions answered about CATSA regulations & flying with diabetic supplies. Can you take insulin on the plane? What about diabetic needles & syringes? Can CGMs and insulin pumps go through metal detectors & X-ray machines?
Comprehensive Guide to Travel Insurance for Type 1 Diabetes in Canada
Diabetes is considered a preexisting conditions by most travel insurance companies in Canada. This means you may be excluded from coverage. Find out what to look for when searching for travel insurance if you have diabetes.
Safe Disposal of Insulin Needles, Pens, Syringes, and Vials in Canada
Insulin needles and syringes must be disposed of in a sharps container. Disposable insulin pens or vials can be thrown in the household trash. Learn more here!
