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Lilly Diabetes, Disney release family-friendly books about type 1 diabetes

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Lilly Diabetes and Disney recently announced the online availability of custom books for children with type 1 diabetes and their families. The digital books provide real-life challenges and stories of children with type 1 diabetes who participate in sports, attend birthday parties and other social events.

Previously, the books were only available through pediatric endocrinology offices. Now, the books include read-along audio versions (digital copies accessible via the Internet) on topics such as sports, normal routines, after-school activities, and more.

“Lilly Diabetes is always looking for ways to help families affected by type 1 diabetes,” Kevin Donahoe, brand director at Lilly Diabetes, said in a press release. “We are pleased to bring these unique books to as many members of the diabetes community as possible, in a format that is user-friendly and free of charge.”

The website also features inspirational videos and recipes taken from the Disney cookbook, Dishing It Up Disney Style, complete with diabetes-friendly recipes, including carbohydrate counts, according to the press release.

For more information:

T1EverydayMagic.com. Accessed Dec. 27, 2013.