Rufus the Bear with Diabetes is a best friend for children with type 1 diabetes. This free iPhone app allows children to gain hands-on experience with diabetes management through play. Kids can feed Rufus foods, administer insulin using a pen or a pump, and check Rufus’ blood sugar.

The app offers various features to help children learn about diabetes basics and its management. Kids can check Rufus’ blood sugar using a glucometer, test strips, and lancet. They can also prepare Rufus’ insulin pen and dial a dose of insulin. For those using an insulin pump, they can activate Rufus’ infusion site.

Rufus the Bear also provides interactive elements such as Rufus’ Kitchen, where kids can explore carb values in different foods and prepare a plate of food for Rufus. The app also educates children about the effect of carbohydrates and insulin on Rufus’ body.

In addition to diabetes management, Rufus the Bear offers 21 animated storybooks called Rufus’ Stories, where kids can follow along as Rufus learns new sports and activities to compete in the All Star Games. Completing tasks with Navi, Rufus’ trainer, unlocks these stories and helps kids take care of Rufus’ diabetes.

Rufus, the Bear with Diabetes, has been providing comfort and companionship to newly diagnosed children with type 1 diabetes for 25 years. This app, developed in partnership with Sproutel Inc., takes the experience to a whole new level by combining play and learning to empower children in managing their diabetes.

Please note that this app is part of the JDRF-Beyond Type 1 Alliance and is supported by the JDRF community. It can be used with a companion stuffed animal for enhanced play and learning. The app is available for free and can be downloaded from the App Store.

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