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Anti-choking devices are intended to alleviate choking incidents after Basic Life Support protocols have been attempted and failed. There are numerous counterfeit and unbranded anti-choking devices being sold in the UK online which do not have a valid UKCA or...
Thousands of counterfeit or unbranded copies of LifeVac anti-choking devices are being sold across the UK. The public is reminded to check their product carefully against the images in MHRA guidance to identify whether it is a counterfeit.
Information and guidance on a range of medical devices for users and patients.
Product Safety Report for activity busy board presenting a serious risk of choking and asphyxiation due to access to small parts and insufficiently thick packaging.
Product Safety Report for Magnet Store Ltd Neodymium Magnetic Balls 5mm presenting a high risk of choking.
Product Safety Report for a Rainbow Children's Handbell sold via Wish.com presenting a high risk of choking due to detachable small parts.
The SteriFeed colostrum collection device is intended to be used only to collect and store colostrum. It should not be used as an infant feeding device as the cap, if not removed, can easily get dislodged and become stuck in...
Product Safety Report for Trade Greek Ltd Magnetic Spheres presenting a high risk of choking.
Product Safety Report for Enjoy + Love Learning Walker sold via Amazon presenting a serious risk of choking.
Product Safety Report for CARROUSEL Car Ramp Toy presenting a high risk of choking due to the presence of small parts as received.
Parents and carers should talk to their healthcare professional about how to feed colostrum (first milk) safely to their baby.
Product Safety Report for Buttonbabblegifts Novelty Food Fridge Magnets presenting a medium risk of choking.
Product Safety Report for Finnley shop Multicoloured Magnetic Balls presenting a high risk of choking.
Product Safety Report for NEW12 Song Bed Bell Kids Crib Toy sold via eBay presenting a high risk of choking.
Product Safety Report for Flashing Sword presenting a serious risk of choking.
Product Safety Report for Rocky & Chao Wild Animal Hand Puppets presenting a serious risk of choking due to easy access to small parts and fibrous filling.
Recommendations for analysis of jelly products to determine if a product falls within the definition of those banned under EU law.
TACO is one of the most common causes of transfusion-related deaths in the UK and cases have increased substantially in recent years. Identifying risk factors for TACO prior to transfusion allows initiation of appropriate mitigating measures.
Product Safety Report for Rangebow Water Drawing Products presenting a serious risk of choking hazard.
Product recall for ‘Jingle Stick Shake’ with 10 metal bells, presenting a serious risk of choking and suffocation.
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