Dr. Howard Smith Oncall

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/C0SZ3QbLdZr/ The FDA and the Vinyard Fruit and Vegetable Company are recalling Cantaloupe Chunks and Cubes and Fruit Mixes and Medleys Containing Cantaloupe due to a salmonella contamination.  This is due to the fact that the already recalled cantaloupe produced by Sophia Foods is used in Vinyard products. Return any of these products to the place of purchase for a full refund.  For more information call 1-405-639-2451. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/vinyard-fruit-and-vegetable-company-recalls-cantaloupe-due-potential-salmonella-contamination #cantaloupe #vinyard #salmonella #infection #recall

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/C0SZJzHrF8E/ The FDA and Kilitch Healthcare India are recalling a substantial number of eye drops due to lack of sterility.  Affected are lubricating and multiaction eye drops. Do not use these eyedrops.  If you are uncertain whether the eyedrops you have on hand are implicated in this recall, contact the company via one of two emails: regulatory@velocitypharma.com or regulatory@kilitchhealthcare.com. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/kilitch-healthcare-india-limited-issues-voluntary-nationwide-recall-various-eye-drops-potential #kilitchhealthcare  #velocityhealthcare #eyedrops #lubricant #multiaction #sterility #recall

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/C0SYZmZLFLk/ The FDA and SugarMDs LLC are recalling this food supplement because it is contaminated with two medications that produce dangerous reactions: glyburide and metformin.  Glyburide can lower the blood sugar to dangerous levels.  Metformin can also lower blood sugar and also causes a toxic and sometimes life-threatening buildup of lactic acid in the bloodstream.  The affected lot is 22165-003 with an expiration date of 09/2024. Do not consume this supplement and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.  For additional information, contact SugarMDs LLC at 1-561-462-5053 or via the email feedback@sugarmds.com. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/sugarmds-llc-issues-voluntary-nationwide-recall-advanced-glucose-support-supplements-capsules-due #sugarmds #glucosesupport #supplement #hypoglycemia #glyburide #metformin #recall

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/C0SXhe8LCTV/ The FDA and TFP Nutrition is expanding the recall of pet foods to include all dry dog, dry cat, and catfish formulas due to salmonella contamination.   The following brands are involved: Star Pro, Farm Dog, Lone Star, Hill Country Fare, Texas Pets, Member’s Mark, Red Flannel, Exclusive Signature, and Retriever dog foods, EconoMax, MultiCat, Feline Medley, Paws and Claws, Farm Cat, Texas Pets, Red Flannel, Exclusive Signature, Star Pro, Lone Star Cast Food, and Lone Star Catfish Food.  These were all manufactured in a single Texas facility. Do not feed these branded foods to your pets without checking to see if your particular product is recalled.  Check on https://tfpnutrition.com/recall/ or call 1-866-311-1323.  Call the same number for additional general information. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/tfp-nutrition-expands-voluntary-recall-dry-dog-dry-cat-and-catfish-food-due-potential-salmonella #tfp #petfood #dogfood

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/C0SW0MprcTT/ The FDA and Raw SeaFoods, Inc. now recall Raw SeaFoods Farm Raised Lightly Seasoned Atlantic Salmon Burgers because of undeclared sesame and milk allergens. This recalled product was sold by Whole Foods Market stores nationwide from August 25, 2023 through November 15, 2023. If you or a member of your household have sesame and/or milk allergies, do not consume these salmon burgers.  Return them with a proof-of-purchase to any Whole Foods Stores for a full refund.  For more information, call Raw SeaFoods, Inc. at 1-508-673-0111. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/raw-seafoods-inc-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-sesame-and-milk-farm-raised-lightly-seasoned #rawseafoods #salmon #burgers #sesame #milk #allergies #recall

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/C0SV-Hzrky7/ The FDA and HMC Farms are recalling all of their peaches, plums and nectarines sold in retail stores between May and November of 2022 and between May and November 15, 2023 due to listeria monocytogenes contamination.  Their organically grown items are not implicated.  The fruit is no longer for sale but some may be in your refrigerators or freezers. Do not consume this fruit.  Discard it.  For additional information, contact HMC at 1-844-483-3867. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/hmc-farms-voluntarily-recalls-whole-peaches-plums-and-nectarines-sold-retail-stores-2022-and-2023 #hmc #peaches #plums #nectarines #listeria #infection #recall

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/C0STBBfL-mM/ The FDA and Wilcox Ice Cream are recalling all flavors of Wilcox brand ice cream, yogurt, and ice cream bars, and Leonardo’s brand gelato due to listeria monocytogenes contamination. Sold in VT, NH, MA, and NY. Do not consume these frozen treats.  Before disposing of them safely, take a photo of the top and sides of the container and email it with your contact info to AR@wilcoxicecreamvt.com for a full refund. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/wilcox-ice-cream-recalls-multiple-ice-cream-products-because-possible-health-risk #wilcox #Leonardo #icecream #yogurt #gelato #listeria #infection #recall

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/C0ST01fr1hO/ The FDA and KinderFarms, LLC are recalling all lots of KinderMed Infants and KinderMed Children’s Pain & Fever Oral Suspension.  The acetaminophen in these products is unstable and toxic leading to gastrointestinal distress. Tylenol-branded acetaminophen products are unaffected. If you have either of these two products on your shelves, don’t administer them to your children.  Return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.  For more information, contact KinderMed at at consumerrelations@kinderfarms.com or by phoning 1-800-996-2930. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/kinderfarms-llc-voluntarily-recalling-all-kindermed-pain-fever-products-due-acetaminophen #kindermed #pain #fever #acetaminophen #toxic #gastrointestinal #recall

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/C0SSTxBr7ru/ The FDA and Insight Pharmaceuticals are recalling TING® 2% Miconazole Nitrate Athlete’s Foot Spray Antifungal Spray Powder.  The propellant in these aerosol cans is contaminated with benzene which is known to be a human carcinogen.  The affected lots are 0H88645 and 0B88345. Do not continue to use this aerosolize spray.  Contact Insight at 1-800-344-7239 or via the email medicalaffairs@prestigebrands.com to receive a refund. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/insight-pharmaceuticals-issues-voluntary-nationwide-recall-tingr-2-miconazole-nitrate-athletes-foot #TING #miconazole #aerosol #footspray #benzene #carcinogen #recall

Vids https://www.instagram.com/p/C0SRdZjLtdK/ The FDA and Wine Country Gift Baskets are recalling Acorn Baking Company’s Raspberry Creme Filled Cookies since some packages of these cookies included with a variety of gift baskets actually contain hazelnut crème filled cookies.  The allergen statement on the package indicates that the cookies were made in a facility where traces of nuts, sesame, and sulfites could contaminate them, but the product labeling in question is grossly incorrect. If you received or gifted one of these baskets, call Houdini Customer Care (714) 525-0325 to determine if your basket has affected cookies. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/urgent-food-recall-raspberry-creme-filled-cookie #acorn #giftbaskets #raspberry #hazelnut #allergy #recall

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/C0SPttsLeMX/ The FDA and multiple companies are recalling cantaloupe with salmonella contamination: Pacific Trellis Fruit/Dulcinea’s Malichita brand cantaloupe; CF Dallas LLC’s Freshness Guaranteed Seasonal Blend, Melon Trio, Melon Mix, Fruit Blend, Fruit Bowl, Seasonal Fruit Tray, Fruit Mix, Cantaloupe Chunks, and RaceTrac Fruit Medley; and Crown Jewel Produce’s Malichita/Z Farns Cantaloupes. These cantaloupes were sold in California, Illinois, Oklahoma, Texas, Wisconsin, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, Kentucky, North Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and Louisiana. Do not consume these cantaloupes.  For more information and possible refunds, call Pacific Trellis Fruit for further information at 323-859-9600. CF Dallas, LLC Customer Service 281-651-5400 Ext 5400, Crown Jewels Produce at 1-520-281-2325 https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/pacific-trellis-fruit-recalls-malichita-brand-cantaloupes-due-possible-health-risk https://www.fda.gov/safet

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/C0QwCjzrR3Q/ Problem:  The CPSC and Target are recalling these sorting toys since their stems detach creating choking hazards for young children. Sold: About 1850 units were sold at Target stores and online at target.com. Actions:  Take these mushroom sorting toys away from your kids and return them to any Target store for a refund.  For additional info, reach Target at 1-800-440-0680. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/Target-Recalls-Hearth-Hand-with-Magnolia-Toy-Mushroom-Peg-Sorters-Due-to-Choking-Hazard-Recall-Alert #target #mushroom #sortingtoy #stems #choking #recall

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/C0QvGlVLs-o/ Problem:  The CPSC and the Tractor Supply Company now recall Red Shed® Hammock Swing Chairs since the plastic buckle that supports the chair’s fabric back tends to fracture allowing the chair’s occupant to fall backward. Sold:  About 7500 of these hammock chairs were sold. Actions:  Stop using these hammock chairs and contact the Tractor Supply Company at 1-877-718-6750. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/Tractor-Supply-Company-Recalls-Red-Shed-Hammock-Swing-Chairs-Due-to-Fall-Hazard #redshed #hammmockchair #back #falls #injuries #recall

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/C0QuOEjrXkO/ Problem: The CPSC and Khalite LLC are recalling Louisa, Linden and Seigel Heel Sandals in they Spring and Summer 2024 collection since the heels tend to detach leading to falls and injuries. Sold:  About 1860 sandals were sold at Khaite, Bergdorf Goodman, Nordstrom, Saks Fifth Avenue, and other independent stores worldwide and online at Khaite.com, Net-a-porter.com, and MatchesFashion.com. Actions:  Stop wearing these sandals and return the shoe to the place of purchase for a full refund.  If you purchased directly from a Kalite store or website, email the company at info@khalite.com. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/Khaite-Recalls-Womens-High-Heeled-Sandals-Due-to-Fall-Hazard #khalite #sandals #heel #falls #injuries #recall

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/C0QtVBcLp10/ The CPSC and ZLINE are recalling ZLINE 30-inch, 36-inch and 48-inch RG gas ranges since their ovens emit dangerous levels of carbon monoxide leading to poisoning and possible death. About 30,000 of these gas ranges were sold at Best Buy, Lowe’s, The Home Depot and The Range Hood Store stores nationwide and online at bestbuy.com, build.com, costco.com, homedepot.com, therangehoodstore.com, overstock.com, and wayfair.com. If you have this range, stop using the oven even if you had it previously repairs during the recall of January 2023.  If the company has not contacted you, contact ZLINE at 833-226-1400 or via email at rgrecall@zlinekitchen.com. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/ZLINE-Expands-Consumer-Options-in-Recall-of-Gas-Ranges-Serious-Risk-of-Injury-or-Death-from-Carbon-Monoxide-Poisoning #zline #gasrange #oven #carbonmonoxide #poisoning #recall

Vidcast:  Balloon Time Tanks Can Shoot Their Caps At You The CPSC and Worthington Industries are recalling Balloon Time Mini Helium Tanks since the compressed helium can leak and forcefully shoot the plastic cap injuring users and bystanders. About 121,000 of these helium tanks were sold at Meijer, Cool Kat Party Warehouse, Bradley Party and Variety, Ultimate Party Super Store, RSVP Food and Party Outlet, Party Center and select Party City stores nationwide, and online at Amazon.com. Immediately discontinue use of these helium tanks and empty each tank of the gas by pointing it away from yourself and others and carefully removing the plastic seal and cap.  Write your name and RECALLED with a destruction code on the front of the tank.  Take a photo of the tank and upload it to recallrtr.com/miniheliumtank in order to get a refund.  Properly dispose of the empty tank. If you need information, call Balloon Time at 888-359-4833 or via email at miniheliumtank@realtimeresults.net. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/C0QreyIrtP2/ The CPSC and Lenovo have recalled Lenovo USB-C Laptop Power Banks since internal screws tend to loosen and create shortcircuits with overheating and fire hazards. About 2,850 of these heavy duty lithium batteries were sold in the US and about 510 were sold in Canada at lenovo.com, newegg.com, cdw.com, insight.com, connection.com, shi.com, Softchoice.com, eBay.com and staples.com. Immediately stop using these powerbanks and contact Lenovo at 866-989-0515 or via email at recalls@lenovo.com for a free replacement and instructions regarding safe disposal of these powerbanks. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/Lenovo-Recalls-USB-C-Laptop-Power-Banks-Due-to-Fire-Hazard #lenovo #powerbanks #lithiumion #battery #shortcircuit #overheating #fire #recall

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/C0Qp9IyryoH/ The CPSC and PandaEar are recalling PandaEar Stainless Steel Toddler Cups, 8 oz. since the bottoms of these cups have a solder bead with unsafe levels.  In addition, the cup’s lid tends to crack creating shape edges and ingestion parts that lead to choking and laceration hazards for young children. About 1600 of these cups were sold online at Amazon.com. Do not permit your children to use these cups.  Contact PandaEar via email at productrecall1@gmail.com for a full refund. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/PandaEar-Recalls-Stainless-Steel-Childrens-Cups-Due-to-Violation-of-Federal-Lead-Content-Ban-Sold-Exclusively-on-Amazon-com-Recall-Alert #pandaear #toddlers #cups #lead #lid #poisoning #choking  #lacerations #recall

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/C0QoBvZLimM/ The CPSC and MI Windows and Doors now recall MI 1615 and 1617 Sliding Glass Doors; Window World 4000 Series and 8000 Series Sliding Glass Doors.  The glass separates from the frame in hurricane force winds leading to injuries. About 1900 of these glass door were sold by independent window distributors and installers, including Window World, in the U.S. eastern and southern coastal regions. If you have these glass doors installed, contact the company at 1-800-270-2913 anytime, email at the email recall2023@miwd.com to schedule a free repair.  Until that’s completed, cover these doors with plywood during periods of high winds. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/MI-Windows-and-Doors-Recalls-Vinyl-Sliding-Glass-Doors-Due-to-Serious-Injury-Hazard-Recall-Alert #glassdoors #MI #frame #injuries #wind #hurricane #recall

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/C0QoBvZLimM/ Nearly one in every 5 children are taking melatonin for one to nearly two years on average.  This troubling result comes from pediatricians at the University of Colorado who surveyed the parents of 993 children 1 to 13 years of age.  The children were separated into 3 groups: preschoolers; school-aged kids; and preteens. Melatonin was given consistently to 5.6% of preschoolers, 18.5% of school-aged children, and 19.4% of teens.  The median duration of use was 1 year for preschoolers, 18 months for the school-aged, and 21 months for the preteens.  This level of pediatric use is a problem, since we know little about the safety of long term melatonin use.  Yes, melatonin is a natural hormone our bodies produce, and, yes, it does promote sleep.  Problem is that this over-the-counter so-called food supplement is unregulated by the FDA.  The available commercial melatonin preparations contain widely divergent amounts of the hormone ranging from 74% to a whoppin