Dr. Howard Smith Oncall

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DFgEu9-OxYm/ The Veyer company now recalls its WorkPro Momentum Office Chairs, models 8517865 and 2864384. The bolts that connect the chair back to its base crack leading to falls and injuries. About  64,000 of these office chairs were sold nationwide at Office Depot and OfficeMax stores as well as online through Amazon.com, OfficeDepot.com, Walmart.com, and eBay.com Sales occurred from October 2021 through September 2024. Stop sitting in these recalled chairs. Contact Veyer at 1-833-881-0087 or via email at support@momentumwarranty.com to receive a free repair kit. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/Veyer-Recalls-WorkPro-Office-Chairs-Due-to-Fall-Hazard #workpro #office #chair #integrity #falls #injuries #recall

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DFgELfovn8t/ Vornado Air now recalls its Vornado VH2 Whole Room Heaters, lot codes JUL24 and AUG24. The power cord partially detaches from the heater enclosure, tends to fray over time, and creates a electric shock and fire hazards. About 7,780 units were sold exclusively online through Amazon.com from August 2024 through October 2024 in Alabama, California, Florida, New York, Texas, Illinois, and other states. Stop powering up these heaters immediately. Contact Vornado at 1-844-205-7978 or via the email vh2recall@vornado.com to confirm whether your heater is part of the recall and, if so, follow instructions to receive a free replacement. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/Vornado-Air-Recalls-VH2-Whole-Room-Heaters-Due-to-Electric-Shock-and-Fire-Hazards-Sold-Exclusively-on-Amazon-com #vornado #heater #powercord #shortcircuit #fire #burns #shock #recall

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DFgDq4ONNau/ The TPBOR company is recalling NQDTPBOR Multi-Purpose Helmets.   These helmets fail to meet federal safety regulations for positional stability, impact protection, labeling, and certification, creating a risk for head injuries in the event of a crash. About 684 of these helmets were sold exclusively on Amazon.com from May 2024 through August 2024. Stop using these recalled helmets and contact TPBOR via the email nqdtpbor@outlook.com for a full refund. To obtain the refund, you must destroy the helmet by cutting the straps and email a photo of the destroyed helmet. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/NQDTPBOR-Helmets-Recalled-Due-to-Risk-of-Head-Injury-Violation-of-Federal-Regulations-for-Bicycle-Helmets-Sold-Exclusively-on-Amazon-com-by-TPBOR #tpbor #helmet #unprotective #headinjury #recall

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DFgCbrjMb9s/ Duluth Trading Company has recalled Duluth Trading Children’s Holiday Pajama Sets. These pajamas violate federal flammability regulations for children’s sleepwear, creating a risk of burn injuries. About 22,400 pajama sets were sold exclusively at Duluth Trading stores nationwide and online at duluthtrading.com from October 2019 through November 2024. These items were purchased by consumers across the United States, including California, Texas, Florida, New York, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and North Carolina. Stop allowing your children to wear these recalled pajamas and keep them away from children. Contact Duluth Trading at 1-866-300-9719 or via the email ProductRecallK0040@duluthtrading.com to arrange a full refund in the original form of payment or as store credit. To obtain the refund, you will be asked to email a photo of the destroyed garment’s top and bottom, https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/Duluth-Trading-Company-Reca

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DFgB68_N23o/ GiantMouse LLC has recalled its Giant Mouse GM12 and GMP12 folding knives.  These knives’ locking mechanisms fail creating a laceration hazard for users. About  600 knives were sold exclusively online through GiantMouse’s website from November 14 to November 15, 2024 sand shipped to customers nationwide, including California, Texas, Florida, New York, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Georgia, and North Carolina. Stop using these recalled knives and contact GiantMouse at 1-833-665-6777 or via email at support@giantmouse.com to arrange for a full refund or a free repair, including shipping. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/GiantMouse-Recalls-GM12-and-GMP12-Folding-Knives-Due-to-Laceration-Hazard #giantmouse #knives #lock #laceration #recall

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DFgA_cvvjj6/ The maker of ChrisDowa products is recalling ChrisDowa Roller Window Shades. These window shades have long operating cords and lack required safety labeling thereby violating federal safety regulations for window coverings. About 19,500 units were sold exclusively online through Amazon.com from December 2022 to September 2024. These roller shades were available nationwide, including in California, Texas, Florida, New York, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, and other states. Immediately stop using the product and store these window shades and cords away from children. Contact the company via the email recallchrisdowa@163.comto receive a free operating cord wand repair kit. To obtain the kit, you must email a photo of the recalled product with the cord cut. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/ChrisDowa-Roller-Window-Shades-Recalled-Due-to-Strangulation-and-Entanglement-Hazards-Violation-of-Federal-Regulations-for-

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DFdyLCRuuQp/ SHEIN Distribution Corporation now recalls Teckwe Hair Dryer Brushes. This device lacks an immersion protection device creating shock and electrocution hazards should the product fall into water while plugged in. About 10,000 units were sold online through the SHEIN website and shipped nationwide to states including California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, and Illinois. Immediately stop using these recalled hair dryer brushes and unplug them to avoid injury. For a refund, contact SHEIN Distribution Corporation at 1-800-123-4567 or via the email recalls@shein.com for instructions regarding return of the product. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/SHEIN-Distribution-Corporation-Recalls-Teckwe-Hair-Dryer-Brushes-Due-to-Electrocution-or-Shock-Hazard #Teckwe #shein #hairdryer #shock #electrocution #recall

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DE5kUccO90q/ Dierbergs Markets is recalling their Premium Home-Style Mashed Potatoes in16-ounce packages with a Sell By Date of January 9, 2025.  These mashed  potatoes contain undeclared wheat creating a risk for those with wheat allergies, gluten sensitivities, and celiac disease. These mashed potatoes were sold at Dierbergs Markets in Missouri and Illinois. Stop using the product and return unopened packages to the place of purchase for a full refund.  For more info, contact Dierbergs Markets at 1-636-532-8884.  https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/dierbregs-markets-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-wheat-product #dierbergs #mashedpotatoes #wheat #allergy #recall

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DE5j3SUOaSE/ Lifestyle Evolution now recalls NuGo Dark Chocolate Chip Nutrition Bars and NuGo Dark Pretzel Nutrition Bars, Best By dates of December 14-23, 2025.  Specific lots contain undeclared milk, a risk for those with milk allergies. These bars were sold nationwide at retail locations and online by Amazon, Costco, Wegmans, Giant Eagle, and other outlets. Immediately stop using these recalled products and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.  For additional information or assistance, contact Lifestyle Evolution at 1-888-421-2032 or email the company at contact@nugonutrition.com. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/lifestyle-evolution-voluntarily-recalls-nugo-dark-chocolate-chip-and-nugo-dark-pretzel-due #nugo #nutrition #bars #milk #allergy #recall

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DE5jQD8pFoy/ The Mochi Ice Cream Company LLC is recalling My Mochi Peach Mango Sorbet, lots 337-24 and 341-24. This sorbet contains undeclared pasteurized cooked egg white, a risk for those with egg allergies. About 1,350 cases of the affected sorbet were sold nationwide. If you have any of this My Mochi Peach Mango Sorbet in your freezer, immediately stop consuming the product and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.  For questions or concerns about this recall, contact The Mochi Ice Cream Company at 1-844-696-6244. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/mochi-ice-cream-company-llc-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-egg-peach-mango-sorbet #mymochi #peachmango #sorbet #egg #allergy #recall

x Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DE3OvznPqGz/ Sig Sauer is recalling its SIG SAUER ROMEO5 Red Dot Sights, Models SOR52001 and 7400579, and those bundled with Model SORJ53101. These products violate federal safety regulations for button cell batteries. The batteries included with the sights are not in child-resistant packaging, lack required warnings, and can be easily accessed, posing a serious ingestion hazard to children. About 230,000 units were sold nationwide at stores including Bass Pro Shops, Cabela’s, Sportsman’s Warehouse, Academy Sports, Scheels, and other local firearms and equipment retailers. The signs were sold online at Sigsauer.com, Amazon.com, Opticsplanet.com, and other websites. All sales occurred from February 2023 through December 2024. Don’t unpack the recalled sights and contact SIG SAUER for a free recall kit with a child-safe new battery compartment cap, proper labeling,  and an updated instruction manual.  For additional information, contact SIG SAUER at 1-603-610-3000 o

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DE3M7aesRgO/ Wemfg now recalls Wemfg Children’s Multi-Purpose Bike Helmets, Model MD-710-S. These helmets fail to meet federal safety regulations for positional stability, impact labeling, and certification.  About 6,500 units were sold exclusively on Amazon.com between April and July 2024. Immediately stop allowing your children to wear these helmets.  Contact Wemfg to arrange a full refund by cutting off the straps, taking a photo of the detached straps, and email the image along with your Amazon order number to 961837339@qq.com. Dispose of the helmet after submitting proof of destruction. For more information, email Wemfg at 961837339@qq.com or visit the Wemfg Storefront on Amazon.com. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/Multi-Purpose-Childrens-Helmets-Recalled-Due-to-Risk-of-Head-Injury-Violation-of-Federal-Regulations-for-Bicycle-Helmets-Sold-Exclusively-on-Amazon-com-Imported-by-Wemfg #wemfg #childrens #bicycle #helmets #unsafe #recall

Your Food May Be Aging You Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DE3FugURhQi/ Ultra-processed foods, UPFs, yes those sugary drinks, colorful cereals, cookies, instant noodles, and cakes, pound on your body’s cells to the extent that it makes your body older than your actual chronologic age.  Nutritionists from Australia’s Monash University studied 16,055 subjects 20 to 79 years of age.  Tabulating their biological age markers and diet, they found that every 10% increase in ultra processed food drove a 2 month increase in cellular aging. Those eating the most UPFs had bodies a year older than their chronological ages. You won’t wonder why when you read the long list of unnatural ingredients in these products.  The emulsifiers, hydrogenated oils, and unmentionable preservatives drown out any real nutrients that manage to find their way into the packaging. Aging isn’t the only negative triggered by ultraprocessed foods.  The Harvard Nurses Health and Health Professionals Studies, analyzing some 3.6 millio

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DE3EziwuRqe/ Grapefruit interacts with various enzymes and transporters in the body.  When it does, it tends to make some prescription medications either less or more effective.  An excellent article on health.com lists all of the prescription drugs that grapefruit effects.  Let’s run through them so you’re in the know. • Statins: Used to lower cholesterol; grapefruit can elevate their levels and increases a risk of muscle damage. • Calcium Channel Blockers: high blood pressure medications; grapefruit may enhance their effects and may crash your blood pressure. • Estrogen-containing Medications: Most common are birth control pills; grapefruit raises estrogen levels with a greater risk of side effects. • Immunosuppressants: Taken to prevent transplanted organ rejection; grapefruit increases drug levels with a risk of kidney toxicity. • Benzodiazepines: Anti-anxiety drugs; grapefruit boosts their sedative effects producing excess drowsiness.

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DE3ESW9t2ue/ The US Environmental Protection Agency now bans trichloroethylene (TCE) and perchloroethylene (Perc).  TCE damages the immune as well as the nervous system and has been implicated in liver and kidney cancers as well as non-hodgekins lymphoma.  Perc is associated with  liver, kidney, brain, and testicular cancers. TCE is a common ingredient in carpet cleaners, spot removers, glues and adhesives, paint removers and strippers, auto brake cleaners and engine degreasers.  Perc is found in dry cleaning chemicals, spot and stain removers, degreasers, aerosol shoe polishes and lubricants, engine degreasers and brake cleaners, and paint/varnish removers. Check your shelves at home and work for these products and check the ingredient lists.  If you must work around these chemicals, do so with adequate ventilation and high filtration masks. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2024-12-epa-solvents-linked-cancer.html #epa #trichloroethylene #perchloroethylene #cancer

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DE3DnANgEvw/ Bioengineers at New York University have perfected microchip-mounted bundles of field-effect transistors capable of detecting and precisely identifying pathogenic bacteria and viruses from samples of air.  Employing nanotechnology using graphene and microlithography, these chips can detect multiple microorganisms simultaneously.  They have successfully identified tiny deposits of the CoVid and influenza A viruses.  Besides incorporation into medical devices, these chips may be installed in building materials to make our homes and workplaces safer…..someday soon. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2024/12/241216184736.htm#google_vignette #microchips #nyu #fet #fieldeffecttransistors #pathogens

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DE3B6xxvUxr/ Wish you could eat those burgers and fries without breaking your bathroom scale?  Researchers at the University of Colorado at Boulder may be able to make your dream come true.  Their pre-clinical study exposed mice to a typical high fat, high sugar western diet.   Those animals receiving weekly injections of heat-killed Mycobacterium vaccae, a bacterium that fights inflammation and is found in cow’s milk, avoided weight gains, fat accumulations, and brain tissue inflammation. A vaccine against weight gain is far off as this principle is as yet untested in human subjects.  On the other hand, this study suggests the possibility that you could be immunized against your guilty dietary pleasures…..someday soon. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S088915912400758X #westerndiet #obesity #sugar #fat #vaccine #mycobacteriumvaccae

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DE3BTQTtVlh/ Without oxygen we die.  In some cases, it is impossible to establish a pathway into the lungs and sometime the lungs are unable to transmit oxygen into the bloodstream.  One solution to such problems has been ECMO or extra-corporeal membrane oxygenators or mechanical lungs that facilitate direct oxygen passage into red blood cells.  Problem is that ECMO machines aren’t portable and require surgical connections to a patient’s bloodstream. Bioengineers at Boston Children's Hospital now have a more portable approach for directly delivering lifesaving oxygen into a patient’s bloodstream.  Fifteen years of scientific work have led to the development of lipid-coated polymer oxygen microbubbles or LOMs.  Injected directly into the bloodstream, these micro-carriers rapidly dissolve and release microbubbles of oxygen that can be safely absorbed by red cells.  Ample quantities of these LOMs can be stored for emergency use. Following this suc

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DE3AcxusITU/ Infants and toddlers glued to the TV or tablet for 14 hours or more a week had a 79% higher risk of an autism spectrum disorder diagnosis by age 12.  Pediatric investigators now report this link in the journal JAMA Pediatrics following their study of 5107 Australian children.  More screen time also occurred in families with greater economic challenges. The researchers emphasize that their study does not prove that excess screen time is a cause of autism.  Rather, autism spectrum disorders seem to arise in family settings where parents are less available to nurture their children. https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamapediatrics/fullarticle/2825501 #screentime #autism #asd #socioeconomics

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DE2_4R0O5BN/ Even occasional drinkers raise their risk of cancer.  From Boston’s famed Dana-Farber Cancer Institute come details on why that is true. Alcohol damages the tissues it touches all along your gastrointestinal tract creating oxidative stress in cells. When your cells try to repair themselves, DNA changes, that is mutations, occur and some lead to cancer.  Then too, alcohol is metabolized in your body to the carcinogen acetaldehyde.  Alcohol directly inflames and damages your liver leading to cancer.  It triggers increases in your body’s estrogen levels.  For women, that can facilitate breast cancer development and studies show 15% of these cancers are alcohol-related.  Finally, alcohol is a carb and puts pounds on you, a known cancer risk. Dana-Farber nutritionists recommend reserving any drinking only for special occasions.  That doesn’t mean TGIF. https://blog.dana-farber.org/insight/2023/09/what-you-should-know-about-alcohol-cons