Viral NeeDoh squishy stress toys are facing heightened scrutiny after multiple reports of the products rupturing suddenly and causing chemical burns. Health officials are now telling families to closely check the condition of these items.
A Connecticut doctor warned that heated versions can cause serious skin damage. One case focused on a child whose toy tore apart on her legs, ending in urgent medical care. In a separate incident, a 12-year-old boy reportedly needed a skin graft after a toy bought at Lidl burst wide open.