Mattel’s First Barbie with type 1 diabetes
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The first-ever Barbie with Type 1 diabetes comes with an insulin pump and glucose monitor. Both kids and adults with diabetes are celebrating the announcement and say they are grateful for a doll that represents them.
Mattel released the first-ever Barbie doll with type 1 diabetes (T1D) on Wednesday (July 9). The mainline Barbie debuted alongside a one-of-a-kind doll made in the likeness of British model Lila Moss, who herself has type 1 diabetes.
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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,