carrying diebetic supplies into parks

[disneyrunner]

Does anyone know what current policy is for cerrying diebetic supplies ( syringes) into the parks. Do we need the letter the Dr. gave for the airlines? Any info would be appreciated.

 

[SueM in MN]

I don't know the answer for sure, but I don't expect it to be a problem. If it was me, I would just keep the letter from your MD with the diabetic supplies where ever you take them. (Maybe make a copy, so you have one with the supplies and one with your plane tickets, etc.)

 

[lisapooh]

I fully intend to take both my insulin syringes and my meter and lancet device in my purse. I do not intend to take a doctor's note. Insulin and syringes are not a prescription item in all but 4 counties in Florida and WDW is not located in one of them.

 

[DisneyFanGuy]

My Son is a type 1 diabetic, and I called in advance to ask about what we needed. They told me to bring along a doctor's note, explaining the need for the needles, meds, etc. They checked his bag upon entry and never asked for a note to explain, but I recommend that you bring one anyway. Our GP simply wrote a note on a prescription pad stating that he needed to have the meds with him at all times. Disney IS checking every bag upon entry.

We had no problems, and had a very enjoyable visit. In fact, the Rainforest Cafe seated us ahead of a 90 minute line when we miss- judged our meal schedule, to help us get back on track. The also expedited our food. Big thanks to them for helping us out.

 

[tink2dw]

I went in Mar.2001 before the heightened security. But I had no problems at WDW,their First Aid stations have diabetic supplies in case you ever need their help[I forget to replenish the syringes in my kit,and the first aid station at MGM was able to supply one, even wanted to know if I needed insulin. they had great WDW stickers for using there services,too!!]. The last day at WDW we were at Epcot and at the first aide station I ask If I could leave my used syringes to be added to their sharps container and they did take them and all they wanted was a signature!!

TWA was a little concerned about my syringes and ask that I only carry on what I needed for the flight,which was 1 each way.

And I didn't want to carry used syringes on the flight home[medical waste across state lines sort of stuff] and that's why I ask the first aid station at WDW if I could leave them in their sharps container. Which they had no problem with.

ps. Watch your blood sugar levels extra carefully!! All the walking and excitement,and not getting your meals on time can play absolute heck with your blood sugar. I even had a unaware low blood sugar it was down to 40 before I knew what was happening! Only my teen daughter knew how to treat it with glucose tablets!! Be sure to carry a 3x4 card that has your Dr. instruction on how to treat low blood sugar or high blood sugar so those with you or those who will need to treat you know what to do!!!! And carry it with your supplies and make sure those with you know where it is!!

If you are running low,it maybe a great time to have a Goofy Ice cream bar!!