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Cycling to Barcelona with Parkinson's: the story of Kees and Marjolijn
Almost fifteen years ago, Kees de Bot (75) was diagnosed with Parkinson's. Instead of standing still, on 15 April he and his partner Marjolijn got on their tricycles for a... Read more...
MediCooler supports the national RSV vaccination campaign
From September, a national vaccination campaign against RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) starts in the Netherlands. This virus can cause serious respiratory infections in young babies and is one of the... Read more...
Power cut in Spain and Portugal: Why a good medication cooling bag can save your life
Yesterday (28 April), the lights literally went out in Spain and Portugal. A massive power cut brought everything to a standstill – hospitals, pharmacies, distribution centres. But above all, people... Read more...
Electric medication coolers: pros and cons
For people who depend on refrigerated medication, such as insulin or biologicals, a reliable cooling solution is not a luxury but a necessity. In addition to traditional cooling bags with... Read more...
5 common mistakes when travelling with refrigerated medication
Travelling with medication that needs to be kept cool calls for extra preparation. Whether you are going on holiday or on a business trip, you want to be sure your... Read more...
How do you choose the best cooling bag for insulin?
For people with diabetes, it is crucial that insulin is stored at the right temperature. Insulin that gets too warm can lose its effect. That is why a good cooling... Read more...
How do you keep medication cool during extreme heat?
When outside temperatures reach tropical levels, it is extra important for people who take medication to be well prepared. Many medications are sensitive to heat and lose their effect if... Read more...
How long does medication stay cool in a cooling bag?
If you use medication that needs to be stored cool – such as insulin, growth hormones or certain injectables – a reliable cooling bag is essential. But how long does... Read more...
Flying with refrigerated medication
Flying with Refrigerated Medication: Tips from MediCooler At MediCooler, we understand how crucial it is to keep your medication properly cool, especially when travelling. We specialise in transporting refrigerated medication... Read more...
Travelling with insulin: how to prepare properly for your holiday
A diabetes diagnosis has long ceased to mean that you have to stay at home. With the right preparation and precautions, you can even explore the furthest corners of the... Read more...
MediCooler in ReumaMagazine: The story of founder Pieter van Leijen
  We are proud to share that our founder Pieter van Leijen features in the latest issue of ReumaMagazine! In an inspiring article written by Noortje Krikhaar, Pieter talks openly... Read more...
Ambulance Amsterdam and Amsterdam UMC Use MediCooler's Electric Cool Box: A Revolution in Patient Safety
In the world of emergency care, every second counts, and transporting temperature-sensitive medication is a crucial challenge. Thanks to the innovative electric cool boxes from MediCooler, this problem is a... Read more...
Taking medication on your travels? Here's how to stay safe and worry-free on the go
Travelling with medication can be challenging, especially if your medication needs to be kept cool. Whether you are going on holiday or have to make a business trip, taking your... Read more...
MediCooler Founder Pieter van Leijen in the Financieel Dagblad: From Elite Sport to Entrepreneurship
The Financieel Dagblad recently published an article about our founder, Pieter van Leijen. In the piece, Pieter shares his personal journey from a career in competitive sailing to founding MediCooler,... Read more...
Travelling to South-East Asia with refrigerated medication
A trip to South-East Asia is a wonderful experience, but if you depend on temperature-sensitive refrigerated medication such as injections, it calls for extra preparation. To store your medication safely,... Read more...
Measuring the temperature of medication cooling bags 2-8°C and 16-25°C
There are a few elements to take into account when testing bags: the ambient temperature, the type of medication and the static temperature of the medication itself. What interests us... Read more...
Refrigerated medication in the car
Travelling with medication that needs to be kept cool can be a challenge, especially when you are on the move. Whether you are travelling from A to B to C... Read more...