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removed because it is inserted with a catheter (needle) under
the skin.
Visit the airport websites if you have any further questions or
concerns.
If the security detector goes off, tell the security screener that you
have diabetes and wear an insulin Pod (pump).
Keep supplies accessible
On airplanes and trains, keep these items with you, rather than
checking them:
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Personal Diabetes Manager (PDM)
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An emergency kit
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Vials of insulin (cargo area temperatures may affect insulin)
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A copy of your healthcare provider’s letter (see “Minimize air-
port security delays”)
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Prescriptions for insulin and supplies
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Snacks, in case food is not available
•
Bottled water (especially on planes) to prevent dehydration
The name and phone number of a physician at your final
destination, in case of emergency.
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Avoid lows, highs, and DKA
You can avoid most risks related to using the mylife OmniPod
System by practicing proper techniques and by acting promptly
at the first sign of trouble. You can avoid potential problems by
knowing the signs of hypoglycemia (low blood glucose), hyper-
glycemia (high blood glucose), and diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA).
The easiest and most reliable way to avoid these conditions is to
check your blood glucose often.
General precautions
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Keep careful records and discuss changes and adjustments
with your healthcare provider.
•
Tell your healthcare provider if you have extreme highs or
lows, or if highs or lows are occurring more often than usual.
•
If you have technical problems with your mylife OmniPod
System and cannot resolve them, do not hesitate to call Cus-
tomer Care.
Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Glucose)
Hypoglycemia can occur even when a Pod is working properly.
Never ignore the signs of low blood glucose (no matter how
mild). If left untreated, severe hypoglycemia can cause seizures
or lead to unconsciousness. If you suspect that your blood glu-
cose level is low, check it.
Pods and PDMs can safely pass through airport
X-ray machines (see the “mylife OmniPod System Notice
Concerning Interference” in the Appendix).
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