Barbie releases doll with type 1 diabetes
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Mattel has made strides over the years to come up with Barbies who represent women from all walks of life. Barbie with diabetes is part of the Barbie Fashionista line, which features 175 dolls, including one that is blind, one with Down syndrome, and one that is hearing impaired.
Mattel and Breakthrough T1D have launched the first Barbie with Type 1 diabetes, featuring an insulin pump, a continuous glucose monitor and medical accessories. The inclusive Barbie aims to raise awareness and offer representation for children managing T1D,
Barbie has been an astronaut, a scientist, a president, and now, she’s breaking another barrier – Barbie with diabetes is here. Mattel recently unveiled its latest inclusive doll, equipped with a pink glucose monitoring device,
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