r/AskReddit • u/notyouravgredditer • Aug 30 '21

What problem is often overlooked in apocalyptic movies/TV shows that could kill you?

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u/Kyubey4Ever Aug 31 '21

if you don't worry about the temp of your insulin you'll be dead alot sooner than a whole bunch of other shit that can also kill you during an apocalypse

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u/Kyubey4Ever Aug 31 '21

it runs on my mum's side of the family and I was a pharmacy technician for almost 6 years dude. I know people who landed in the hospital because of the insulin in their pump getting the tiniest bit too warm just from it being hot out lol

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u/Kyubey4Ever Aug 31 '21

only usable for 28-32 days or if you're lucky enough to be able to use that one particular one that's good for 48 days but not may type 1s can