If you live with type 1 diabetes, you need insulin to survive. This page brings together where you can access insulin in Lebanon, and resources to help you manage during crisis.
What you can do hereUse this map to find pharmacies in your area. The map shows location only; it does not show whether insulin is currently in stock. You may need to call ahead to confirm availability.
For access to insulin through the public sector, you can use the Ministry of Public Health’s Primary Health Care Centers directory to locate the nearest participating center and contact them directly to confirm insulin availability before your visit.
Type 1 diabetes patient Houssam was advised to exercise whenever he has hyperglycaemia. Aarsal, north Bekaa, Lebanon. © Jinane Saad/MSF
Emergency support
Need to reach someone immediately?
These numbers connect you to mental health support, emergency services for people with diabetes, and chronic care centers:
Connecting with others
You are not alone. These organizations connect people living with diabetes to share information and support:
Learn about diabetes
A free-to-use mobile app created by MSF with and for people living with diabetes to support self-management. Learn about diabetes through videos, audio and images, keep track of your blood glucose, symptoms, set healthy habits, and keep information about your clinic appointments in one place. This app is available in Arabic and works offline.
Download the app
Scan the QR code with your phone camera to download the app
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