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Ostomy supplies while on vacation

Topic Explanation:
The discussion revolves around the best practices for storing ostomy supplies in a hot car during beach trips. The original poster is concerned about the potential damage that high temperatures might cause to their ostomy supplies while spending the day at the beach before checking into their accommodation.

Advice and Helpful Insights:
1. Use of Coolers:
- Utilize a cooler to store ostomy supplies to protect them from the heat. This was suggested by multiple participants as an effective way to prevent the supplies from getting damaged due to high temperatures.

2. Ice Packs:
- Incorporate ice packs in the cooler but ensure they do not directly contact the ostomy supplies to avoid any damage from condensation or extreme cold.

3. Insulation Techniques:
- Consider using an insulated bag or wrapping the supplies in a towel inside the cooler for additional protection against the heat.

4. Placement and Sunlight Avoidance:
- Avoid placing ostomy supplies in direct sunlight, such as on the dashboard. Instead, place the cooler or insulated bag in a shaded area of the car, like behind the seat.
- Optionally, keep the car windows slightly cracked to allow heat to escape, further reducing the internal temperature of the vehicle.
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