The FDA just dropped an update on that Philips sleep apnea machine recall, and it's quite an eye-opener. They're saying these machines might be connected to a whopping 561 reported deaths.

Since April 2021, the FDA has been flooded with over 116,000 reports about these respiratory devices. They've been breaking down and causing some serious health risks. This includes talking, choking, inhaling weird particles, and even an increased chance of cancer.

These devices, used for sleep apnea and similar disorders, were made with a foam called polyester-based polyurethane (PE-PUR). However, this foam breaks down over time, and the little bits can end up in the airways of the people using them. The FDA warns you might end up breathing in these "black pieces of foam" or some invisible chemicals.

After the first recall of over 5 million devices in 2021, Philips tried to sort out the issue. But they still fail to meet safety standards or consumer expectations.

Philips has now agreed to stop selling these devices in the U.S., primarily because of the filing of a proposed class action settlement.