Diabetes Aids

🔹Blood Glucose Monitors: Precision in Diabetes Management

Blood glucose monitors, also known as glucometers, are vital tools for individuals with diabetes. They allow you to monitor your blood sugar levels regularly.

Mobility2You offers a selection of blood glucose monitors that include:

• Glucometer Kits: These kits typically include the monitor, test strips, lancets, and a lancing device, providing a comprehensive solution for blood glucose testing.

• Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) Systems: CGM systems provide continuous, real-time data on blood sugar levels, helping you to monitor trends and make informed decisions.

🔹Diabetic Foot Care: Protecting Your Feet

Proper foot care is essential for individuals with diabetes, as diabetes can lead to neuropathy and poor circulation, which can result in foot problems.

Our diabetic foot care range includes:

• Diabetic Socks: These specially designed socks offer extra cushioning and support to prevent irritation and protect sensitive feet.

• Foot Creams and Lotions: Moisturizing creams and lotions keep the skin hydrated and reduce the risk of dryness and cracking.

• Orthopedic Footwear: Specialized shoes and insoles provide additional support, comfort, and protection for diabetic feet.

🔹Insulin Carrying Cases: Safe and Convenient Storage

Insulin carrying cases are essential for those who need to carry insulin and related supplies. Mobility2You offers insulin carrying cases in various sizes and styles, providing a secure and organized way to transport your medication.

🔹Dietary and Nutrition Aids: Healthy Eating Habits

Proper nutrition is a cornerstone of diabetes management.

Our dietary and nutrition aids include:

• Portion Control Plates: These plates have sections for measuring serving sizes, helping you manage your carbohydrate intake.
• Dietary Guides and Cookbooks: Educational resources and cookbooks with diabetic-friendly recipes to support a balanced diet.

• Accuracy: Ensure that the chosen blood glucose monitor or CGM system is accurate and provides reliable readings.

• Ease of Use: Opt for devices and aids that are user-friendly and easy to operate, especially if you'll be using them independently.

• Data Management: Consider whether the device or aid allows you to track and store data, helping you monitor and manage your condition more effectively.

• Portability: Some aids, like insulin carrying cases, should be easily portable for your convenience.

• Comfort and Support: For dietary and nutrition aids, prioritize products that offer comfort, support, and guidance in managing your diet and lifestyle.

Diabetes aids play a crucial role in helping individuals maintain safe, effective and consistent control over their condition. They support everyday routines and reduce risks related to blood sugar fluctuations, improper insulin handling and mobility challenges.

Key reasons why diabetes aids matter:

• Improve treatment accuracy by allowing proper insulin storage and safe transport.
• Reduce health risks linked to damaged or overheated insulin.
• Support independence for people who manage their condition at home, at work or while travelling.
• Increase comfort and confidence in daily routines such as glucose monitoring, medication handling and foot care.
• Enhance safety through specialised tools that prevent injuries, overheating or cross-contamination.
• Promote organisation of medical supplies, making it easier to follow treatment plans consistently.

Correct insulin storage is essential to maintain its potency, safety and effectiveness. These guidelines help ensure insulin remains within the recommended temperature range.

Essential insulin temperature rules:

• Refrigerated insulin should be stored between 2–8°C (36–46°F).
• In-use insulin can typically be kept at 15–25°C (59–77°F), depending on the manufacturer.
• Avoid freezing insulin, as frozen insulin becomes inactive and must be discarded immediately.
• Keep insulin away from direct heat, including radiators, car interiors, sunlight and heaters.
• Use insulated or temperature-controlled bags (like CoolMeds cases) when travelling or during hot weather.
• Never place insulin directly next to an ice pack; always separate with a buffer pad to prevent freezing.
• Check for signs of heat damage, such as cloudiness, clumping or changes in colour or texture.
• Replace insulin that has been exposed to temperatures outside the recommended range, even if it looks normal.
• Verify manufacturer guidelines, as different insulin brands may have slightly different storage instructions.

How long can insulin stay cool inside an insulated bag?

Most insulin cooling cases keep insulin within a safe temperature range for 6–48 hours, depending on the model, ambient heat and the type of cold pack used.

Can I use a regular ice pack to store my insulin?

Regular ice packs can freeze insulin, which destroys it. Always use temperature-regulated cold packs designed for medical use, preferably with a protective buffer pad.

How do I know if my insulin has been damaged by heat?

Signs include cloudiness, clumping, crystals, a strange smell or changes in colour. If insulin has been exposed to heat above 25°C for a long period, it should be replaced even if it looks normal.

Are insulin cooling bags allowed on airplanes?

Yes. Insulin and medical cooling cases are allowed in hand luggage, and you should always keep them with you, never in the hold.

How many cold packs do I need for a full day out?

Typically two packs: one active and one spare. Long trips or hot climates may require additional packs or larger insulated bags.

Can I store other diabetes supplies inside an insulin case?

Yes, most insulin carrying cases have space for pens, vials, needles, test strips, meters and lancets—as long as they are separated from the cold pack.

Do I need to pre-chill my medical bag before using cold packs?

No, but pre-chilling helps extend cooling duration. Only pre-chill if recommended by the manufacturer.