If you are doing this trip with a tour company, their insurance might be less, but doesn’t have the coverage that might be you might require, especially if you are going to do things on your own.

With regards to your medication and syringes, I’d recommend you ask your dr. for a perscription that would provide you with enough meds and supplies for your entire trip in case your supply was lost, destroyed, etc. Ask the dr. for a perscription for syringes as well. You may need a perscription if you must purchase additional syringes.

Pack some of your medication and supplies in each of your bags so that if one of the bags is lost or delayed you don’t lose your entire supply. Suggest you check the following site for what you can bring aboard and how it must be packed.

Have a great trip!

Trip medical insurance is cheap and can be purchased for a specific period. It can stand alone or supplement existing medical insurance you may have. Trip insurance probably won’t cover the purchase of supplies to address a pre-existing medical condition like diabetes. However, it will cover emergencies and the company can provide information 24/7 on sources of supplies in the countries you plan to visit.

Note that many regular USA medical insurance providers have no experience handling claims from policy-holders who are traveling abroad. Call yours and ask.