Disaster Response Resources (Haitian Creole)

Information for Health Care Professionals: Insulin Switching Guide (Haitian Creole)

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.