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This new doll “enables more children to see themselves reflected in Barbie,” Mattel wrote

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[–] NeatNit@discuss.tchncs.de 16 points 1 day ago (5 children)

TL;DR (I only have a minute right now), does this change ANYTHING about the doll except a little note on the box she comes in?

[–] RavindraNemandi@ttrpg.network 63 points 1 day ago (1 children)

The doll is wearing an insulin pump

[–] VicksVaporBBQrub@sh.itjust.works 3 points 1 day ago* (last edited 1 day ago) (2 children)

And it has Bluetooth connectivity to manage her A1C in the app.

And the Barbie actually functions as an insulin pump for overnight trips.

[–] AmidFuror@fedia.io 40 points 1 day ago

Her foot falls off if you don't take proper care of her.

[–] Zathras@lemmy.zip 30 points 1 day ago

From the article:

The new Barbie wears continuous glucose monitor (CGM), a device that tracks blood sugar levels, on her arm — while holding a phone displaying an accompanying app. She also has an insulin pump attached to her waist. And the doll carries a blue purse that can be used to carry other essential supplies or snacks on the go.

The Barbie’s outfit is blue, too — with polka dots on a matching top and skirt set. Mattel says that this color and design are nods to symbols for diabetes awareness.

[–] L0rdMathias@sh.itjust.works 24 points 1 day ago

There are several permanent modifications made to the mold of the doll that separate it from non-diabetic dolls; and insulin pump and glucose monitor are depicted and they don't appear to be easily detachable.