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Family Hospitalized After Using Easy Bake Oven, Sparks Safety Concerns

A viral TikTok video raises questions about the safety of the popular children's toy, leading to an investigation.

  • A Massachusetts family was hospitalized with symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning after using an Easy Bake Oven for the first time.
  • Stephanie Murphy, the mother, shared their experience on TikTok, where her video garnered over 7.6 million views.
  • The family experienced difficulty breathing, chest pains, and nausea shortly after using the oven, leading to their ER visit.
  • Hasbro, the manufacturer of Easy Bake Oven, stated that their products meet or exceed all safety standards.
  • The fire department found no traces of carbon monoxide, lead, or mold in the family's home, pointing back to the oven as the cause.
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