Air bubbles in insulin pens are common and usually harmless—but they can affect your dose. Learn why they form, how to remove them, and how to prevent them in Australia.
Eating Abroad with Diabetes: The Pad Thai You Eat in Fitzroy Is Not the Pad Thai You'll Eat in Chiang Mai
From Tokyo buffets to Southeast Asian street food — how to eat your way through the world with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes, with tips from 40 countries of experience.
Travelling Out of Australia with Diabetes — What Happens When Something Goes Wrong on the Other Side of the World
When you're eighteen hours from home and something goes wrong with your diabetes, preparation is everything. Here's what Australian travellers need to know before travelling abroad with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes.
My Insulin Cooler Has Been to 40 Countries — And Never Let Me Down
From airport 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.
The Worst Insulin Travel Advice I've Ever Received (And What to Do Instead)
After 40 countries with Type 1 diabetes and multiple daily insulin injections, I've heard it all. Here's the advice worth ignoring — and the habits that actually keep diabetic travellers safe on the road.
The Time Zone Problem Every Australian Diabetic Traveller Needs to Solve Before They Fly
Travelling long-haul from Australia with insulin? Here's what diabetics need to know about adjusting Lantus, Tresiba, Toujeo and insulin pumps across time zones — with advice from Diabetes Australia and the NDSS.
Travelling with a CGM in Australia? Here's What You Need to Know Before You Hit the Security Queue
Flying with a CGM in Australia? Here's what Dexcom G7, FreeStyle Libre, and Medtronic Guardian users need to know about airport scanners, NDSS travel tips, and your rights at the airport security checkpoint.
Left Your Insulin in a Hot Car? Here's What to Do — and How to Stop It Happening Again
If you've left your insulin in a hot car, stop using it. Here's why Australian heat is especially dangerous for insulin, what to look for, and the best coolers for Aussie conditions.
What Happens If Mounjaro Gets Warm? A Practical Guide for Heat Protection in Australia
Wondering what happens if Mounjaro gets warm? In Australia’s heat, proper storage is essential. Learn how temperature affects your medication and how to keep it safe.
Flying with Diabetes: How to manage Diabetes type 1 or 2 in the air!
Flying with diabetes? Get all the answers you need! From airport security checks to managing blood sugar mid-flight, learn how to pack your supplies, request special meals, and stay prepared for time zone changes.
Travel Insurance for Diabetics in Australia: Where to find the best and what to look for!
If you're living with diabetes, travel insurance is essential to cover medical emergencies, lost medication, or unforeseen complications abroad. Regular holiday insurance often doesn't cover preexisting conditions like diabetes. Learn more here!
Travelling with Diabetes Supplies: All About Australian Airport Regulations & How to Prepare for a Hassle-Free Journey!
You're allowed to bring all your diabetes medications and supplies, including needles and syringes, on the plane. Always bring your documentation if you're flying with prescription medication. Learn more here!
