Hi all, I’m new to the diabetic reddit community but have been T1 for 17 years (I’m 29 years old) with moderate control, last A1C was 7.2.
I live in Los Angeles, in a pretty populated area and I’m really scared/anxious about going to the pharmacy to pick up my prescriptions due to COVID-19. I’ve looked everywhere on the internet for answers, most recommend staying far away from the pharmacy/having prescriptions delivered. I have been working from home and social distancing for 4 weeks now. I’m being super vigilant and I haven’t left the house at all, I’ve had all groceries and other necessities delivered.
Unfortunately, when I asked my pharmacy about delivery they said because Insulin is an item that has to be refrigerated they cannot deliver it.
I am not completely out of supplies, but want to make sure I have enough Humalog and Freestyle Libre censors just to be safe. I have one Humalog insulin pen that I’m using and I am wearing my last censor with 11 days remaining. I use Tresiba for my long acting insulin which I have 2 pens left, and I cannot refill for another month.
I have surgical masks and disposable gloves that I could wear into the pharmacy but for some reason I am just SO scared. I don’t know if I should wait til I’m completely out of things and try to get all my prescriptions at once? I don’t know if I should try to talk to the pharmacy or fill the prescriptions with someone who will deliver (if that’s even possible)... now that the prescriptions are filled will I even be able to get them anywhere else?
Sorry for the long-winded ness, I’m just looking for some advice, or even reassurance from my fellow diabetics on how you’re handling all of this (because I’m clearly freaking out — as if that wasn’t obvious haha)
Anything you all can suggest is much appreciated. I hope you’re all staying safe and healthy during this crazy time!
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