Teenager Undergoes Surgery After Swallowing Up to 200 Magnets from Temu
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A 13-year-old boy in New Zealand required surgery after ingesting 80-100 small magnets bought from Temu, which caused serious intestinal damage. The case highlights the dangers of high-powered magnets for children and raises concerns about online marketplaces selling hazardous toys, despite regulations and safety standards. Temu stated it is reviewing the matter and cannot verify if the magnets were purchased from their platform.
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