Parents issued urgent warning over 'squishy' toys being sold with medical-grade needles

Parents are being warned about potentially dangerous “squishy” toys being sold online with medical syringes and sharp needles, amid growing concern over products popular among children.The sensory toys, frequently promoted as “fidget” products intended to help children relax or concentrate, have gained traction on social media.Some are supplied with syringes that allow users to pump air into the toys, alter their texture or create bubbles that can then be burst.Consumer protection officials are now investigating the products after concerns were raised about the risks posed by the needles. TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say The Telegraph identified a case in which a child required treatment at A&E, after accidentally piercing...

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