Viral NeeDoh squishy stress toys are drawing fresh concern after multiple reports of the products splitting apart and causing chemical burns. Health officials are now advising caregivers to carefully inspect the condition of these items.
A Connecticut doctor warned that heated versions can lead to serious skin damage. One case focused on a child whose toy burst unexpectedly on her legs, leading to an ER visit. In a separate incident, a 12-year-old boy reportedly needed a skin graft after a toy bought at Lidl burst wide open.