Viral NeeDoh squishy stress toys are facing heightened scrutiny after multiple reports of the products bursting open and causing chemical burns. Health officials are now urging parents to closely check the condition of these items.
A Connecticut doctor warned that heated versions can result in serious skin damage. One case focused on a child whose toy tore apart on her legs, leading to an ER visit. In a separate incident, a 12-year-old boy required surgical grafting after a toy bought at Lidl suddenly exploded.