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Dr. Howard Smith Reports

Howard G. Smith MD, AM

Howard G. Smith MD, AM has been reporting health and wellness news for more than 35 years on radio and via podcasts. Harvard Medical School, MD; Harvard University, AM, Immunology; former Medical Editor, WBZ-AM, Boston. Website: http://www.drhowardsmith.com Email: drhowardsmith.reports@gmail.com

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00:01:21

Cosco 2-Step Kitchen Steppers Can Dump You

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/08/04

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DM8Md3GskjY/These step-stools have a safety bar that detach or breaks while in use leading to falls and injuries. The affected models include 11349WHG1E, 11349GRN1E, 11349NVY1E.About 302,000 step stools were sold in the US and an about 11,000 were sold in Canada at Target, Home Depot, Lowe’s, Walmart, and BJ’s Wholesale Club stores as well as online at Amazon.com, Wayfair.com, and Overstock.com from February 2021 through July 2025.Stop using the safety bar on

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00:01:19

Tegu Magnetic Floating Stackers Toys Have Ingestible...

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/08/04

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DM8Lobju2c1/The toys contain magnets that can loosen and detach. If swallowed, these high-powered magnets attract each other inside the digestive tract leading to intestinal perforations, twisting, blockages, blood poisoning, or death. Affected are models STA-BGY-801T and STA-BTP-806T.About 22,850 toys were sold in the US, about 1,977 were sold in Canada, and about 190 were sold in Mexico at toy, children’s, and specialty stores and online at Tegu.com and

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00:01:10

Leatherman Charge Plus and Charge Plus TTi...

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/08/04

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DM8KcDPNLWZ/These recalled tools have a knife blade tips that do not completely fold into the took handle and create laceration hazards.About 17,000 units were sold at REI, hardware and cutlery stores, and online at Leatherman.com, Amazon.com, and REI.com between July 2024 and March 2025.Stop using these recalled multi-tools. To check if your particular tool is affected, visit www.leatherman.com/pages/charge-recall. If eligible, you will receive a prepaid

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00:01:12

Hillside Orchard Farms Fruit Breads and Fritters...

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/07/31

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DMyRE9GM0Jp/Those with an allergy to eggs could develop a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction should they consume this product. The affected lot numbers include 1001 through 1018 for the breads and 1051 through 1064 for the fritters, with use-by dates through July 23, 2025.These breads and fritters were sold primarily at farm markets and roadside stands located in Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and South Carolina between November 18,

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00:01:02

Parashore Pear Slices Contain Toxins

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/07/31

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DMyQTtmxCiz/This product contains elevated levels of lead and cadmium, toxic heavy metals that create poisoning risks, particularly to infants, young children, and pregnant women. Exposure leads to serious health effects including developmental delays and neurological damage. Affected is Lot 3700/01172 6122J with a best-by date of February 19, 2027.These pear slices were sold at grocery stores in California as well as in other states.Return these pears to the

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00:00:53

Helados Mexico and La Michoacana Ice cream Contain...

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/07/31

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DMyPlJkAGR_/Consuming these ice cream products can trigger severe allergic reactions for those with milk allergies or severe sensitivities. This recall includes a variety of products with specific best by dates ranging from June 2026 through July 2027. These ice cream products were sold nationwide.If you, household members, or visitors have milk allergies, do not consume these ice creams products. For questions or further information about possible refunds,

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00:01:32

HydroTech 5/8-inch Expandable Burst-Proof Hoses Do Burst

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/07/31

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DMyOo_dt3Y9/Their loud bursting creates an impact hazard with injuries but also a hearing loss risk. Affected are hoses manufactured on or before August 31, 2024 with date code markings visible under the rubber washer or on the packaging.About 3.6 million hoses were sold at stores including Ace Hardware, Amazon, Do It Best, Home Depot, Target, Walmart, and other retailers, from January 2021 through April 2025.Stop using these recalled hoses and return them for

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00:01:42

Frigidaire Minifridges Are A Fire Hazard

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/07/31

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DMyNwKmVd5Z/These units short circuit and ignite their plastic housings leading to fires and burns. This recall affects model numbers EFMIS129, EFMIS137, EFMIS149, and EFMIS175 and only the units with serial numbers ranging between A2001 to A2312, excluding model numbers containing “EFMIS129-B” or “EFMIS129-C.”About 634,000 fridges were sold at Walmart and other stores, and online at Walmart.com and Amazon.com, from January 2020 through December 2023.Unplug

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00:01:19

Pura Scents 4 Smart Home Fragrance Diffusers Contain...

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/07/31

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DMyNEDEJqEt/The diffuser’s cover contains five magnets that can detach and create ingestion hazards. If swallowed, these high-powered magnets can attract each other leading to intestinal twisting, blockages, infection, sepsis, and death.About 851,400 of these recalled diffusers were sold in the US, and an additional 1,100 were sold in Canada at Pura.com, Amazon.com, Target.com, and Scheels.com, as well as in-store at Target, Scheels, and other retailers. All

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00:00:59

iMirror Rechargeable Electric Bug Zapper Rackets, Fly...

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/07/31

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DMyMTmGPyT7/These devices’ rechargeable batteries catch fire when used for extended periods creating burn risks. Affected is model number BZ-00.About 29,000 units were sold on Amazon from May 2022 through June 2025.Stop using these recalled bug zappers and contact iMirror at 1-800-762-9066 or via the email ecommerce@imirror.com for a full refund. iMirror will send pre-paid return labels, and once the product is received, a refund will be processed via the

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00:01:11

Diamond G Georgia Pine Gum Spirits of Turpentine...

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/07/31

Turpentine must be sold in child-resistant packaging under the Poison Prevention Packaging Act, and this product is not.About 20,000 bottles were sold at Nature’s Corner Market in Marietta, Georgia; Cornerstone Retreat in Gap, Pennsylvania; Nickel Mine Health Foods in Paradise, Pennsylvania; Leaves of The Trees in Memphis, Tennessee; Country Boy’s Mini Mall in Bristol, Georgia; and online at Amazon, from January 2021 through April 2025.Store these recalled turpentine bottles out of reach and sight

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00:01:08

Minongad LED Gloves Contain Ingestible Button Batteries

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/07/31

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DMyKIueMrqB/The gloves have a button battery compartment that can be easily opened by children. In addition, spare batteries supplied with the gloves are not packaged in child-resistant containers or labeled with required safety warnings under Reese’s Law. If swallowed, button batteries can cause internal chemical burns, serious injury, or death. Affected is model number ST01.About 9,900 gloves were sold nationwide on Amazon.com between January 2025 and April

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00:01:09

Creekwood Naturals 100% Natural Pure Gum Spirits of...

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/07/31

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DMyJXFbVwB0/Turpentine is required to be packaged in child-resistant containers under the Poison Prevention Packaging Act, and this product fails to do that.About 9,000 bottles were sold through online retailers including Amazon, Etsy, eBay, and CreekwoodNaturals.com from June 2023 through May 2025.Immediately store these recalled turpentine bottles out of sight and reach of children. To receive a free replacement child-resistant cap, complete the form online at

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00:01:08

Minecraft Light-Up Slap Ruler Bracelets Contain...

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/07/31

https://www.instagram.com/p/DMyIEb1vC6v/The battery compartment can be easily opened by children, allowing access to the button batteries. If swallowed, these batteries cause serious injuries, internal burns, or even death. Affected are models 718508MCR and 718075MCR.About 75,900 bracelets were sold in Walmart stores between March 2025 and May 2025.Stop allowing your children access to these recalled bracelets. To receive a full refund, properly dispose of the product according to local hazardous

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00:00:59

Aiho Five-Drawer dressers Tip and Crush

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/07/31

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DMyHWsHtYD1/These tall dressers are unstable if not anchored to a wall and pose a risk of tip-over, entrapment, and serious crush injuries or death to children. Affected is model number AP23-W.About 1,900 units were sold on Walmart.com between September 2023 and March 2025.Stop filling these recalled dressers unless they are not anchored to a wall and move them to an area children can’t reach. To receive a full refund, dispose of the dresser, and submit a photo

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00:01:02

LIVACTI Retractable Safety Gates Let Children Slip...

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/07/31

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DMyGBiQsAbb/These recalled gates fail to meet mandatory standards for expansion gates and enclosures since a child’s torso can fit between the gate and the floor creating entrapment. Affected is model number LT-BG01-3About 1,400 units were sold online through Amazon from December 2024 through April 2025. Stop using these recalled gates immediately. To receive a full refund, destroy the gate by cutting through the mesh, take a photo of the destroyed product, and

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00:01:11

Momentum Vida E+ E-Bikes Have Defective Steering

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/07/28

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DMqvfGcP3U1/These e-bikes have fork steerer tubes that crack, break, or separate during use creating fall and injury risks for riders.About 6,200 of these bikes were sold through authorized Giant Bicycle dealers nationwide and online at momentum.com from September 2019 through May 2025.Stop riding these bikes immediately and check the serial number stamped on the left rear dropout or on the sticker under the downtube. Bikes with serial numbers where the third

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00:01:18

Wei-Chuan Dried Black Fungus Slices Have Salmonella...

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/07/26

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DMjRwZSOazP/Salmonella causes serious and sometimes fatal gastrointestinal and systemic infections, especially in young children, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems. Symptoms include fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain, and in rare cases, more severe complications. Affected is lot number XJ17 with the expiration date EXP20260417.These recalled fungus slices were sold in retail stores and supermarkets in Illinois,

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00:01:07

Aunt Mid’s and Peeter’s Mushrooms Have Listeria...

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/07/26

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DMjRGJ-pNSF/This bacterium causes a severe and sometimes fatal systemic infection in the very young, older frail individuals, and those with weakened immune systems. Listeria can also trigger miscarriages and stillbirths. Affected products are Aunt Mid’s Fresh Sliced Mushrooms, Peeters Mushroom Farm Cremini Sliced, and Peeters Mushroom Farm Thick Slice Mushrooms. All affected products are marked with a best-before date of July 25, 2025.These recalled mushrooms

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00:01:24

Emek Spread Pistachio Cacao Cream with Kadayif Has...

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/07/26

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DMjQbrnPLXV/ Salmonella can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections, especially in young children, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems. Symptoms include fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. Affected is batch number 250401.This pistachio cacao cream was sold at World Market retail stores in Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana,

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