Disaster Response Resources (Spanish)

Information for Health Care Professionals: Insulin Switching Guide (Spanish)

Summary on what is an Insulin Switching Guide and when to use one.

Insulin Switching Patient Infographic addressing the following: Why are insulin types switched during times of conflict/natural disasters? What else should be expected with the change in type of insulin? Anything else people with diabetes should know with insulin switching?

Here are some essential tips for first responders caring for people with diabetes, crucial for effectively and safely handling emergency situations.

Planning is an important part of being prepared for an emergency. In addition to having basic emergency supplies, people with diabetes should also put together a diabetes care kit. Keep the kit in an easy-to-carry waterproof bag or storage container so you can move quickly if you have to evacuate.

Prepare for any emergency with medication and diabetes supplies. Make sure you write down or copy the following important Information in your emergency diabetes kit. 

The "15 Rule" is a commonly used guideline for treating hypoglycemia (low blood glucose) in individuals with diabetes. It suggests consuming 15 grams of fast-acting carbohydrate, waiting for 15 minutes, and then rechecking blood glucose levels.