Mattel’s First Barbie with type 1 diabetes
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Did you hear that? It sounds like the 90s are calling. Actually it’s Mattel, who have just released Barbie dolls and a Polly Pocket set to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Clueless! Longtime fans might remember a set of Barbies that was released to celebrate the TV show that ran for 3 seasons in 1996.
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 has introduced its first Barbie doll with representing someone with Type 1 diabetes. The doll, part of the Fashionistas line, includes realistic medical accessories like a continuous glucose monitor and an insulin pump — as well as an outfit that pays homage to diabetes awareness.
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Barbie maker Mattel ( MAT) has been making toys for 80 years, during which it has become one of the leading global toy manufacturers, and the creator of franchises cherished by kids and families around the world.
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