News tagged with airport security

Can diabetes devices be damaged by airport security scanners?

Full-body or X-ray scanners used for airport security screening may affect the function of insulin pump or continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) devices. People with diabetes can present a travel letter obtained from their ...

Diabetes Oct 24, 2012 | 5 / 5 (1) | 0

Airport security X-rays may damage diabetes devices

(HealthDay)—Full body X-ray scanners and luggage X-rays may damage some insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitors, both used by many people with diabetes to manage their conditions.

Diabetes Nov 21, 2012 | not rated yet | 0

Namaste, travelers! SFO opens airport yoga room

(AP) -- Stressed out by flying?

Health Feb 03, 2012 | not rated yet | 0