Don’t Delay, Prepare Today!
Since people living with diabetes face unique challenges during times of disaster, we created a Diabetes Disaster Preparedness Plan which includes a checklist of supplies, information and guidelines. Building a “diabetes kit” now can save a lot of worry and time when a disaster strikes.
Resources For People Living with Diabetes
Managing diabetes can be even harder when you are dealing with a disaster. We’ve developed tools and tips to help you stay healthy during an emergency.
NEED HELP? 1-800-DIABETES
(1-800-342-2383)
AMERICAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION
Monday - Friday, 9:00 A.M. TO 5:00 P.M. ET.
Health Care Providers
Find resources to help health care providers ensure people living with diabetes have access to diabetes medications and testing supplies needed to stay healthy during an emergency.
The DDRC operates a hotline during times of disaster for physicians and health care providers to report insulin and other diabetes supplies shortages.
314-INSULIN (314-467-8546)
Emergency Prescriptions Refills
Emergency prescription refill rules vary widely. Find a state-by-state listing to help you prepare your medications for an emergency.
COVID-19 Update
With public health officials continued call for everyone to help contain COVID-19, the Diabetes Disaster Response Coalition (DDRC) recommends that people with diabetes create a preparedness plan and follow the guidance of local and national health authorities.
Resources for the Ukraine Crisis
The Diabetes Disaster Response Coalition (DDRC) has developed processes and tools for crisis response. Our partners are now leveraging these resources to support our international colleagues responding to the humanitarian needs in Ukraine and Eastern Europe. People living with diabetes face unique challenges during times of crisis.
Recursos en Español
También tenemos información y recursos disponibles en español.
Diabetes Disaster Response Coalition (DDRC)
Email:diabetesdisasterresponse@gmail.com
Call: 765-314-DDRC (765-314-3372)