Aflac Donates Robotic My Special Aflac Ducks to Riley Hospital for Children
Aflac Incorporated (NYSE: AFL) has donated 40 'My Special Aflac Duck' robotic companions to pediatric cancer and blood disorder patients at Riley Hospital for Children in Indianapolis. These interactive devices are designed to reduce treatment-related distress and anxiety in children through lifelike movement, RFID emoji cards, and an engaging mobile app. Since its inception, the program has distributed nearly 50,000 ducks globally to pediatric patients. This initiative is part of Aflac's broader philanthropic commitment, which includes contributing over $200 million toward research, treatment, and support programs for pediatric cancer and blood disorders over the last three decades.
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