News tagged with magnetic toys

Magnet ingestion injuries on the rise among children

(Medical Xpress)—With many new toys hitting store shelves this holiday season, there is a lot to consider when picking the perfect gift for a child. While young ones may be creating their wish lists with ...

Health Nov 20, 2012 | not rated yet | 1

Warning to parents over magnet danger to children

Doctors are asking parents to take extra care that their children do not swallow small magnets from toys, after two children required surgical intervention following ingestion of such small magnets. In a letter to the Lancet, Dr. An ...

Health Jun 21, 2012 | 5 / 5 (1) | 0