Hurricane Preparation for People with Special Needs

Prescription Medications:
• Have at least a two week supply of all medications.

Diabetic Patients:
• Have at least a two week supply of all medications.
• Have at least a two week supply of insulin, insulin syringes, and lancets to poke your finger.
• Glucose tablets or paste in case your blood sugar goes low.
• Insulin or Byetta will be okay left unrefrigerated.

Dialysis Patients:
• Contact your dialysis center or the clinic to find out if your dialysis schedule has changed.
• Make sure to keep the fluids you are drinking to the recommended amount.
• Follow your recommended diet carefully. Avoid foods high in potassium such as oranges, potatoes, bananas, tomatoes, etc.

Pregnant Patients:
• Contact your doctor’s office for instructions.
• If you are unable to contact your doctor’s offi ce and are 36 weeks pregnant or more or a high risk pregnancy go to the hospital when the hurricane warning is issued.

Asthma Patients:
• Make sure to have 2 week supply of medications including inhalers.
• Check your nebulizer to make sure it is working properly.
• If you have a battery operated nebulizer remember to charge it before the storm.
• If you are using your nebulizer regularly please call the clinic to discuss your needs.