Is an illnes whereby the pancreas does not produce insulin or whereby the organism does not use insulin properly. Insulin is a hormone needed
to Transform sugars into vital energy. Fortunately, there have been scientific developments In techniques and medication that allow patient to lead a normal life,following simple indications.

The objective is to maintain glycemia levels as close to normal as possible, to avoid them from rising too high(hypoglycemia).When this illnes is not adequately controlled, diabetics show symptoms such as trembling,numbing,tiredness,perspiration,ill-temperedness,and blurry vision.those in close contact with a diabetic can identify behavorial changes such as confusion,stubbornness,and rudeness. In extreme cases,diabetics can lose conciousness and have convulsions. Those who develop chronic Hyploglycemia can have other symptoms such as headaches,trouble walking,nausea or tachycardia.

ON BOARD

Even though regulations classify them as hazardous items,Aeronautics Regulations allow diabetis to carry a needle in a first-aid

Kit provided that tjey have certificate to confirm their meical condition,issued maximun 12 hours before flight departure time.Only one needle may be carried on board;all others must go in the checked-in baggage.

RECOMENDATIONS

• For diabetics crossing time zones,please remenber taht on fligth heading East,they day appears shorter and they may need less insulin.On flights heading West the day appears shorter and they may need less insulin.On fligths heading west the day appears longer and they need more insulin.

• To make medications And metal control easier through time zone changes do not Change your watch from the local time of your place of origin until the morning after your arrival.

• Take at least twice as much insulin as you may require on your trip.insulin does not need refigeration but it must be kept safe from extreme temperature.