Sinopsis
Howard G. Smith, M.D. is a former radio medical editor and talk show host in the Boston Metro area. He was heard on WBZ-AM, WRKO-AM, and WMRE-AM presenting his "Medical Minute" of health and wellness news and commentary. His popular two-way talk show, Dr. Howard Smith OnCall, was regularly heard Sunday morning and middays on WBZ. He also was a fill-in host during evenings on the same station.More recently, he has adopted the 21st century technology of audio and video podcasting as conduits for the short health and wellness reports, HEALTH NEWS YOU SHOULD USE, and the timely how-to recommendations, HEALTH TIPS YOU CAN'T SKIP. Many of these have video versions, and they may be found on his YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKPOSWu-b4GjEK_iOCsp4MATrained at Harvard Medical School and a long-time faculty member at Boston Childrens Hospital, he practiced Pediatric Otolaryngology for 40 years in Boston, Southern California, and in central Connecticut. Now that his clinical responsibilities have diminished, he will be filing news reports and creating commentaries regularly. Then several times a month, the aggregated the reports will appear as DR. SMITH'S HEALTH NEWS ROUNDUPS on his YouTube and podcast feeds. If you have questions or suggestions about this content, please email the doctor at drhowardsmith.reports@gmail.com or leave him a message at 516-778-8864. His website is: www.drhowardsmith.com.Please note that the news, views, commentary, and opinions that Dr. Smith provides are for informational purposes only. Any changes that you or members of your family contemplate making to lifestyle, diet, medications, or medical therapy should always be discussed beforehand with personal physicians who have been supervising your care.
Episodios
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JoAnn Stores Desk Lamps overheat
27/09/2024 Duración: 50sJoAnn Stores Desk Lamps overheat Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DAbuFR-t-Wc/ The Consumer Product Safety Commission and JoAnn Stores recall Place & Time battery-operated desk lamps. These lamps have battery compartments that overheat during charging leading to fires and burns. About 9700 of these lamps were sold at JoAnn Stores. Stop using these rechargeable lamps and return them to JoAnn Stores for a full refund. If you don’t have a receipt, you’ll still get a $23 refund. Alternatively, you can email a picture of your purchase receipt and lamp to customer.service@joann.com. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/Jo-Ann-Stores-Recalls-Place-Time-Battery-Operated-Desk-Lamps-Due-to-Fire-Hazard #joann #placeandtime #desklamp #overheating #fires #burns #recall joann, placeandtime, desklamp, overheating, fires, burns, recall
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Polaris Off-Road Vehicles have defective winch wiring
27/09/2024 Duración: 01minVidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DAbtAp6O9rx/ The Consumer Product Safety Commission and Polaris now recall Model Year 2024 RANGER XD 1500 and Crew XD 1500 Recreational Off-Road Vehicles. The wiring on these vehicles’ winches overheats leading to fires and burns. About 10,500 vehicles and 1,336 winches were sold in the US and about 660 vehicles were sold in Canada. Stop using the winches on these vehicles and contact your authorized Polaris dealer to arrange a free repair with establishment of a proper electrical ground. For more information about this recall, contact Polaris Industries at 1-800-765-2747. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/Polaris-Industries-Recalls-Ranger-XD-1500-Recreational-Off-Road-Vehicles-ROVs-with-Winches-Due-to-Fire-Hazard #polaris #offroad #winches #wiring #fires #burns #recall
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Stanley Jr. Kids Wheelbarrow and 7-piece Garden Sets can poison your kid
19/09/2024 Duración: 01minVidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DAHO34KtO5Z/ The Consumer Product Safety Commission and Red Toolbox are recalling Stanley Jr. Kids Wheelbarrow and 7-piece Garden Sets. The paint on the long hoe and rake in this set contains dangerous lead levels. Lead is toxic to the developing nervous system and exposure is particularly devastating to children. About 459,200 sets were sold in the US and about 60,480 were sold in Canada at Costco stores nationwide and online at costco.com. Take the long hoe and rake in this set away from your children. Check the Red Toolbox website recall-rtb.com for information regarding obtaining replacement tools. As usual, you will have to take a photo and submit it. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/Red-Toolbox-Recalls-Stanley-Branded-Jr-Kids-Garden-Sets-Due-to-Lead-Poisoning-Hazard-Violation-of-Federal-Ban-for-Lead-in-Paint-Sold-Exclusively-by-Costco-Wholesale #stanleyjr #toolset #hoe #rake #paint #l;ead #poisoning #recall
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Petzl GYM, PANDION and PANJI climbing harnesses could let you down
19/09/2024 Duración: 01minVidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DAHN84gto1j/ The Consumer Product Safety Commission and Petzl America are now recalling Petzl GYM, PANDION and PANJI climbing harnesses. These harness can be put on backwards. If you do, the rope or carabiner will be attached to a non-weight bearing leg loop and you could fall with serious injury or death. About 22,000 of these harnesses were sold in the US and about 5,800 were sold in Canada online and in stores at KarstSports, PeakTrading, Backcountry, OmniProGear, Moosejaw and other outdoor equipment stores. Stop using these harnesses and contact Petzl America, Inc. at 1-877-807-3805 or email them at Returns@petzl.com. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/Petzl-America-Recalls-GYM-PANDION-and-PANJI-Climbing-Harnesses-Due-to-Fall-Hazard #petzl #gym #pandion #panji #climbing #harness #falls #injury #death #recall
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AirJet and HydroJet Spa Pumps overheat
19/09/2024 Duración: 01minVidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DAHNQ9rOyv5/ The Consumer Product Safety Commission and Bestway are recalling AirJet and HydroJet Spa Pumps as they overheat leading to ignition of the plastic housing, fires, and burns. Affected are model numbers P05332, P05339, P05711, P05807, P07000, P07001, P05511, P07034, and P07572. About 866,000 of these pumps were sold with spa liners at Bestway USA, Amazon, Costco, Walmart, Sam’s Club, QVC, RuralKing and Spreetail and at other stores nationwide. Stop running these spa pumps. Contact Bestway at 1-888-943-2396 to receive a free refund of $100 for AirJet spa pumps, or $189 for HydroJet spa pumps. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/About-866000-AirJet-and-HydroJet-Spa-Pumps-Recalled-Due-to-Fire-Hazard-One-Death-Reported-Manufactured-by-Bestway-and-Sold-with-SaluSpa-Coleman-and-Hydro-Force-Spa-Liners #airjet #hydrojet #spa #pump #overheating #fire #burns #recall
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Cadet-branded Apex72 Electric Heaters overheat
19/09/2024 Duración: 58sVidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DAHMhtrOnP8/ The Consumer Product Safety Commission and Glen Dimplex Americas are recalling Cadet-branded Apex72 Electric Heaters. Their fans fail to activate allowing the units to overheat triggering burns and fires. About 12,900 of these heaters were sold at Platt, Crescent Electric, CED and other electrical distributors nationwide. Stop using these heaters. Contact Glen Dimplex Americas at 1-866-673-9880 or via email at apex@glendimplexamericas.zendesk.com for information about free heater replacement and installation. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/Glen-Dimplex-Americas-Recalls-Cadet-Apex72-Electric-Heaters-Due-to-Fire-Hazard #cadet #apex72 #heaters #fans #overheating #fires #burns #recall
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GOETAS Pool Drain Covers suck in swimmers
19/09/2024 Duración: 39sVidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DAHLveQN6P6/ The Consumer Product Safety Commission and the GOETAS company are recalling GOETAS Pool Drain Covers as they can entrap swimmers. About 2500 of these pool drain covers were sold online at amazon.com. Remove these pool drain covers and replace them with safe, approved models. To obtain a refund, take a pic of the cover and email it to Atlaspool@163.com. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/GOETAS-Pool-Drain-Covers-Recalled-Due-to-Entrapment-Hazard-Violation-of-the-Virginia-Graeme-Baker-Pool-and-Spa-Safety-Act-Sold-Exclusively-on-Amazon-com-by-GOETAS #goetas #pools #draincover #entrapment #recall
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MJKSARE High Chairs have child dangers
19/09/2024 Duración: 55sVidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DAHLKNZgP10/ The Consumer Product Safety Commission and the TONGAO company now recall MJKSARE High Chairs as they violate federal safety regulations: large leg openings can entrap; and trays disengage leading to falls. About 4760 high chairs were sold online at amazon.com. Stop using these dangerous high chairs. Contact TONGAO by email at gztaamz@163.com to receive instructions regarding chair disposal and refunds. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/MJKSARE-High-Chairs-Recalled Due-to-Entrapment-and-Fall-Hazards-Violation-of-Federal-Regulation-for-High-Chairs-Imported-by-Worldwide-Windows-Sold-Exclusively-on-Amazon-com #mjksare #highchair #infants #toddlers #entrapment #falls #recall
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Bright Builder Fort KitsBright Builder Fort Kits have battery dangers
19/09/2024 Duración: 01minVidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DAHKWCFvmq-/ The Consumer Product Safety Commission and Intellio Toys now recall Bright Builder fort kits, models FKL-BG, FKL-BR, L-5BG and L-5BR. The flashlights with these toys contain ingestible button batteries in easily opened compartments. If these batteries are swallowed, they can trigger chemical gastrointestinal burns. About 12,400 of these toys were sold at amazon.com and intelliotoys.com. Stop allowing your children to use the flashlights with these toys. Contact Intellio Toys at 1-888-571-0196 or email the company at recall@intelliotoys.com to receive a free refund. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/Intellio-Toys-Recalls-Bright-Builder-Fort-Kits-Due-to-Battery-Ingestion-Hazard-Violation-of-Federal-Regulations-for-Battery-Operated-Toys #intellio #fort #flashlight #batteries #button #ingestion #burns #recall
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Niitakaya Shiso & Miso Katsuo Ninniku have fish contamination
12/09/2024 Duración: 46sVidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/C_0ztlAR9zQ/ The Food and Drug Administration and Niitakaya USA Inc. are recalling Niitakaya Shiso & Miso Katsuo Ninniku due to bonito fish contamination. Those with an allergy to fish could develop a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction should they consume this product. Return this product to the place of purchase for a refund. For additional information, call Niitakaya at 1-323-720-5050. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/niitakaya-usa-inc-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-allergen-fish-bonito-3700-shiso-katsuo-ninniku3701 #niitakaya #ninniku #fish #bonito #allergy #recall
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Milo’s and Tony’s Eggs have salmonella
12/09/2024 Duración: 01minVidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/C_0yzsKRXqY/ The Food and Drug Administration and Wisconsin’s Milo’s Poultry Farms, LLC are recalling Milo’s Poultry Farms and Tony’s Fresh Market branded eggs due to salmonella contamination. This bacterium causes a severe gastroenteritis that may progress into a life-threatening systemic infection in the very young, older frail individuals, and those with weakened immune systems. Affected are all sizes and all expiration dates. These eggs were sold in Wisconsin, Illinois, and Michigan. Do not consume these tainted eggs. Return them to the place of purchase. For more information, call Milo’s at 1-715-758-6709. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/milos-poultry-farms-llc-recalls-eggs-because-possible-health-risk #milos #tonys #eggs #salmonella #infectin #recall
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Kandy Whole Cantaloupe has salmonella contamination
12/09/2024 Duración: 57sVidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/C_0x_8sPFw9/ The Food and Drug Administration and Eagle Product LLC have recalled Kandy Whole Cantaloupe due to salmonella contamination. This bacterium causes a severe gastroenteritis that may progress into a life-threatening systemic infection in the very young, older frail individuals, and those with weakened immune systems. The contaminated product was sold in Michigan, Missouri, Ohio, Texas and Virginia during mid-August. If you happened to buy and freeze this cantaloupe, do not consume it. For more information and refunds, call Eagle Oroiduct at 1-800-627-8674. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/eagle-produce-llc-recalls-whole-cantaloupe-because-possible-health-risk-0 #kandy #cantaloupe #salmonella #infection #recall
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Hammond’s Mini Waffle Cones contain milk
12/09/2024 Duración: 01minVidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/C_0xOOVMZQr/ The Food and Drug Administration and Hammond’s Candies are recalling 4-ounce bags of Hammond’s Dark Chocolate Filled Mini Waffle Cones as they contain undeclared milk. Those with an allergy to milk could develop a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction should they consume this product. The recall product code is LN0525453 with use by dates of 3/20/25 and 5/20/25. These candies were sold at retail stores in Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, New York, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, West Virginia, Wyoming, and Washington, D.C. and also online at hammondscandies.com and amazon.com. Don’r consume these candies and return them to the place of purchase for a f
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Glow In Dark Rabbit Ear Headbands bring button battery danger
12/09/2024 Duración: 01minVidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/C_0wa4Ctor-/ The Consumer Product Safety Commission and OleOleToy company have recalled Glow In Dark Rabbit Ears in Party Supplies Toy Sets as they contain button batteries housed in unsafe battery boxes. If swallowed, these tiny batteries can trigger burns anywhere along a child’s gastrointestinal tract with severe consequences including death. About 984 rabbit ear headbands were sold as part of Glow in Dark Party Supplies Toy Sets at amazon.com. Do not allow your children to play with or wear these rabbit ears. Contact OleOleToy via email at degong99@yeah.net for instructions regarding refunds and toy disposal. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/Glow-in-Dark-Party-Supplies-Toy-Sets-Recalled-Due-to-Ingestion-Hazard-Violation-of-Federal-Regulations-for-Battery-Operated-Toys-Sold-Exclusively-on-Amazon-com-by-OleOleToy #glowindark #rabbitear #headbands #buttonbattery #burns #ingestion #recall
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Delta Cycle Ceiling Hoists may unload on you
12/09/2024 Duración: 01minVidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/C_0vqRtgPum/ The Consumer Product Safety Commission and the Delta Cycle Corp. have recalled Delta Cycle Ceiling Hoists with Straps. The plastic strap buckles tend to crack and drop a kayak, canoe, or any large suspended load down on you leading to injuries. Apparently the straps and buckles are strong enough to hold bicycles. Affected is model RS2300. About 25,140 of these ceiling hoists were sold in the US and about 3,390 were sold in Canada at REI and various other independent stores and online at Amazon.com and designbydelta.com. Stop using these ceiling hoists until you have contacted Delta Cycle Corp at 1-800-474-6615 or via the email hoiststraprecall@deltacycle.com to obtain free replacement straps. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/Delta-Cycle-Recalls-Ceiling-Hoists-with-Straps-Due-to-Injury-Hazard #DeltaCycle, #hoist #straps #buckle #injury #recall
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Terrafina Golden Raisins are sulfite contaminated
05/09/2024 Duración: 55sVidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/C_i1WN7MyvT/ The Food and Drug Administration and Sunco & Frenchie LLC are recalling Terrafina Golden Raisins. This product contains undeclared sulfites. Those with an allergy to sulfites could develop a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction should they consume this product. Affected a lot numbers Lot #s GRA240602 and GDR240901. These raisins were sold throughout New York State. Do not consume these raisins and return them to the place of purchase for a refund. For more information, call the company at 1-973-478-1011. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/sunco-frenchie-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-sulfites-golden-raisins #terrafina #goldenraisins #sulfites #allergy #recall
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M&P Food Production Blintzes, Pirozhki, and Vareniki have multiple hidden allergens
05/09/2024 Duración: 01minVidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/C_i0p4rOLhc/ The Food and Drug Administration and M&P Food Production Ltd. are recalling multiple varieties of M&P Food Production Blintzes, Pirozhki, and Vareniki. These items contain undeclared wheat, milk, and/or sesame. Affected products have Best Before dates of 08/27/24 – 08/27/25. These items were sold in Connecticut, Florida, New York, New Jersey, and Maryland between 8/27/23 and 8/27/24. Return these products to the place of purchase for a full refund. For additional information about this recall, phone M&P Food Production at 1-718-438-5197. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/mp-food-production-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-wheat-and-milk-vareniki-pirozhki-and-blintzes #mandpproduction #blintzes #pirozhki #vareniki #wheat #milk #sesame #allergies #recall
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Asli Fine Foods Cinnamon Powder is lead contaminated
05/09/2024 Duración: 52sVidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/C_iz-FdPNOx/ The Food and Drug Administration and Asli Fine Foods have recalled Asli Fine Foods Cinnamon Powder due to high levels of lead contamination. Affected are 7 oz. Bags with lot number DDDLUS. Lead is toxic to the nervous system and exposure to it can be particularly devastating for young children. The product was sold in Minnesota, Indiana, Illinois, Missouri, and Ohio. Return this product to the place of purchase for a refund. For more information, contact Asli Fine Foods at 1-630-739-1599. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/asli-fine-foods-recalls-asli-cinnamon-powder-7-oz-because-possible-health-risk #asli #cinnamon #lead #neurotoxicity #recall\
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Halo Portable Power Stations start fires
05/09/2024 Duración: 56sVidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/C_izUovPZR3/ The Consumer Product Safety Commission and Zagg Inc are recalling HALO 1000 Portable Power Stations.. The lithium-ion batteries in these devices overheat leading to fire and burn risks. About 5740 of these power stations were sold by ZAGG, AGC, and QVC between October, 2021 and March, 2022. Stop charging and using these power stations and call the HALO Recall Hotline at 1-888-345-0481 or email the hotline at halo5528@sedgwick.com to receive a replacement power station. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/HALO-1000-Portable-Power-Stations-Recalled-Due-to-Serious-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards-One-Death-Reported-Imported-by-ZAGG-Sold-by-ACG-QVC-and-ZAGG #halo #powerstation #lithiumion #battery #overheating #fire #burns #recall
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Fisher-Price Dumbbell Toys can choke your kid
05/09/2024 Duración: 01minVidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/C_iyc_SRTxD/ The Consumer Product Safety Commission and Fisher Price now recall the Fisher-Price Dumbbells sold with Baby Biceps Gift Set. The grey plastic caps at the end of the lift handle detach and can choke. Affected is model number GJD49. About 366,200 units were sold in the US and about 37,850 were sold in Canada at Walmart, Kohls, Fred Meyer, Hobby Lobby, Marshalls, TJMaxx, Buy Buy Baby and Target stores nationwide, and online at Amazon.com, Walmart.com, Zulily.com, Target.com and other websites. Take this toy away from your young children and contact Fisher-Price at 1-855-853-6224 for a $10 refund. You’ll have to upload a photo of the dumbbell and dispose of it as directed on service.mattel.com/us/recall.aspx. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/Fisher-Price-Recalls-Dumbbell-Toy-in-Baby-Biceps-Gift-Sets-Due-to-Choking-Hazard #fisherprice #dumbbell #choking #recall