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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.
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...
OPSS has issued a Product Safety Alert for baby self-feeding products presenting a risk of serious harm or death. Consumers, local authority trading standards and businesses are asked to take specific action to cease use or remove them from the...
Recommendations for analysis of jelly products to determine if a product falls within the definition of those banned under EU law.
Parents and carers should talk to their healthcare professional about how to feed colostrum (first milk) safely to their baby.
Product recall for Kids Baby Activity Pull Along Toy presenting a serious risk of choking and strangulation.
Product recall for Goryea Baby rescue cheese game presenting a high risk of choking due to accessible small parts.
Product recall for 7colors magnetic putty presenting a high risk of choking and internal injuries due to the presence of small parts as received, which also have an excessively high magnetic flux index.
Product recall for handmade sensory hanging toy for infant and toddlers sold via Etsy presenting a high risk of choking and strangulation due to accessible small parts and excessively long cords.
A summary of recent letters and notifications sent to healthcare professionals about medicines and medical devices.
Product recall for Uyuke Activity Cube Baby Toy sold via Amazon presenting a high risk of choking as the discs are small parts as received.
Product Recall for 7-in-1 activity cube presenting a high risk of choking due to easy access to small parts.
Product recall for 26pcs magnetic fishing game presenting a high risk of choking due to the easy production of small parts, some of which possessed an excessively high magnetic flux index.
Product recall for ‘Jingle Stick Shake’ with 10 metal bells, presenting a serious risk of choking and suffocation.
Product recall for 350pcs magnetic building block set presenting a high risk of choking and internal injuries due to the presence of small parts received, some of which have an excessively high magnetic flux level.
Product Safety Report for JBL Smiling Critters Plush Toys presenting a serious risk of choking.
Product Safety Report for DiY Unicorn Terrarium Toy presenting a serious risk of injuries, choking and strangulation.
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