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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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00:01:07

Leetous Glow Sticks and Glasses Party Pack Toys Have...

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/04/19

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIpGfnZuMYa/The products violate federal safety regulations for battery-operated toys because the button batteries are accessible without the use of a household tool and children could obtain and eat them. If swallowed, these batteries cause severe internal injuries or even death. Affected is model number LTXN1003.About 6,300 units were sold exclusively online at Amazon.com between October 2024 and February 2025.Immediately stop using the recalled glow

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00:01:02

Casely Power Pod 5000mAh Power Banks Light Up

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/04/19

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DIpGAhUuIJs/The power bank’s lithium-ion battery overheats and ignites leading to fires and burns. Affected is model number E33A.About 429,200 of these power banks were sold nationwide online at getcasely.com, Amazon.com, and other e-commerce retailers between March 2022 and September 2024.Stop charging and using these recalled power banks and contact Casely at 1-888-964-9331 or use the email recall@getcasely.com to receive a free

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00:01:00

Joydeco Roller Window Shades Strangle

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/04/19

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIpFTUssHfr/These shades have long operating cords that create a serious risk of injury or death to children. This recall includes all Joydeco roller shades sold with cords and applies to multiple sizes and colors.About 73,000 units were sold exclusively on Amazon.com between September 2021 and September 2024.Immediately secure the cords out of children’s reach and contact Shanghai Chushuo by email at amazonservice@joydeco.com to request a full refund or a

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00:01:20

American Bolt and Screw Tip-Over Restraint Kits Fail...

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/04/19

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DIpEpr7OrpI/The plastic zip tie in these kits become brittle and break allowing furniture to detach from the wall during a tip-over thus creating an entrapment hazard. These kits were distributed with Canyon Furniture chests and dressers sold under names like Canyon Lake, Cottage Colors, Creekside 2.0, Ivy League 2.0, and others.About 12,890 units were sold exclusively through Rooms To Go stores and online at www.roomstogo.com between

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00:01:17

Fisher-Price Brunch & Go Stroller Toys Can Choke...

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/04/19

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIpEBqZvM4R/The yolk on the toy egg can crack into small parts that pose a choking risk for young children. Affected is model number HGB85.About 253,000 units were sold in the US and an additional 4,500 were sold in Canada all at Hobby Lobby, Kohl’s, Macy’s, Marshalls, Nordstrom, Ross, TJMaxx, and Walmart stores nationwide and at amazon.com from February 2022 through March 2025.Take away these stroller toys from your children. Contact Fisher-Price at

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00:01:19

Fisher-Price 3-in-1 SnugaPuppy Activity Centers Have...

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/04/19

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DIpDTjPMR8a/This toy tissue box falls apart and expose small support brackets that a child could swallow and choke on. Affected is model number HLV78.About 15,300 of these activity centers were sold in the United States and an additional 2,000 sold in Canada all at Walmart stores nationwide as well as online at Amazon.com, Walmart.com, and other websites. These activity centers were sold between November 2022 and February

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00:00:52

Bebamour Baby Bath Seats Could Drown Your Child

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/04/19

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIpCnv8pkIO/These bath seats have wide leg openings that permit babies to slip through creating a risk of serious injury or death. Affected is model number T186.About 1,350 units were sold nationwide through Bebamour.com and Amazon.com from May 2024 through February 2025.Stop using these bath seats immediately and contact Bebamour by emailing amanda@babyleading.com to obtain a full refund. To obtain the refund, you must email a photo of the disposed

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00:01:08

Costway Babyjoy Convertible 6-in-1 High Chair...

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/04/19

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DIpByLxPsvY/These recalled high chairs have unsafe leg openings that are too wide creating entrapment hazards, and the chair’s tray easily detaches leading to falls and injuries.About 1,400 high chairs were sold nationwide online through Costway.com, Amazon.com, and Target.com from November 2021 through June 2024.Immediately stop using these high chair activity centers and contact Costway at 1-844-242-1885 or via the email

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00:00:56

Lil Pick Up E-Bully Youth All-Terrain Vehicles Have...

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/04/19

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIpAx6KPu-R/The handlebars create laceration hazards, and the parking brakes fail,About 1,300 units were sold between September 2023 and October 2024 through multiple online retailers, including Amazon.com, Ebay.com, Seangles.com, and other websites.Immediately stop riding these ATVs and contact Lil Pick Up at 1-951-245-5663 or via the email contact@lilpickup.us to arrange a free repair through an authorized repair

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00:01:02

Safetussin Max Strength Multi-Symptom Cough, Cold and...

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/04/19

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DInh6kHuKO2/Their packaging is not child-resistant and the acetaminophen content creates a risk of poisoning for young children.About 14,250 units were sold nationwide at HEB, Harris-Teeter, and other regional grocery stores as well as at independently owned pharmacies from July 2024 through March 2025.Secure the product out of the sight and reach of children and contact Kramer Laboratories at 1-800-824-4894 or via the email

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00:01:31

SmartDrive MX2+ Speed Control Dials Start Or Stop...

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/04/08

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIMmdwTswKj/These wired Speed Control Dials may cause the wheelchair’s motor to be unresponsive or activate unexpectedly creating a risk of injury. This recall affects all Speed Control Dials with lot numbers MX2-3DCK and MX2-3DC manufactured and distributed between August 17, 2023, and March 10, 2025.The product was sold throughout the United States.Immediately stop using this Speed Control Dial and switch to an alternative controller including Switch

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00:01:25

Texas Pete Habanero Buffalo Sauce and Texas Pete...

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/04/08

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DIMl7GHNxpT/Bottles labeled as Habanero Buffalo Sauce may actually contain Sriracha Sauce that contains sulfites not listed on the label. This creates a serious and possibly life-threatening allergic reaction risk for sulfite-sensitive individuals. Other bottles of Sweet CHAbanero Sauce are missing key labeled ingredients including aged red habanero peppers.About 1,050 units were sold across California, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois,

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00:01:09

DeWalt 70,000 BTU Outdoor Portable Cordless Forced...

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/04/08

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIMlCneO1Vl/The heater’s operating instructions fail to warn the user about pressing the start button too quickly. That prevents the fan from starting and creates overheating, fires, and burns. Affected is model number DXH70CFAVX.About 21,250 units were sold exclusively at Lowe’s stores and on Lowes.com between May 2024 and January 2025.Immediately stop running these recalled heaters. Contact Enerco at 1-800-964-4328 or email the company through its

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00:01:18

Room2Room LED Iridescent Bear Lights Overheat And Melt

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/04/08

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DIMkfuCtU4h/The power switch on the USB cord overheats and melts creating fire and burn risks. The affected model number LD-0030 includes a USB plug with an on/off switch and can be identified by the UPC code 1922340368444 on the bottom of the packaging.About 29,000 units were sold from September 2024 through Five Below stores and online at FiveBelow.com. Stop using the lights and return the product to any Five Below store for a full

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00:00:58

Superb Sports Baby Bath Seats Could Drown Your Baby

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/04/08

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIMj8FMR_Gh/The affected, light blue seats fail to meet stability and leg opening standards, can tip over during use, and create risks of serious injuries or death for infants.About 1,050 of these bath seats were sold exclusively through Amazon.com between February and November 2024. Immediately stop using these recalled bath seats. To obtain a full refund, contact DualOranges Store at 1-980-398-2313 or by emailing info@dualoranges.com for instructions on

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00:01:21

Honeyjoy Convertible and Foldable High Chairs Can...

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/04/08

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DIMi55gu4xA/The high chairs are marketed for infant sleep and exceed the legally allowed incline angle of 10 degree creating a serious suffocation danger for infants. Affected are multiple models including the models BE10019US-PI, AD10025PI, BB4640BL.About 2,750 units were sold exclusively online at Amazon.com between April 2023 and August 2024.Stop putting your babies in these high chairs immediately. To be certain that your model is

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00:01:25

Honda Accessory Heaters Are Flame Throwers

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/04/08

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIMiW9FscvY/These accessory heaters, sold separately from side-by-side vehicles, overheat and trigger fires leading to burns and property damage. The recall affects heaters compatible with 2022–2024 Honda Pioneer 1000, 2023–2025 Honda Pioneer 700, and 2022–2024 Honda Talon 1000 models.About 2,340 units were sold nationwide through authorized Honda Powersports dealers between January 2022 and September 2024.Immediately stop using these recalled accessory

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00:01:40

Polaris Model Year 2022 - 2025 RZR Pro R and RZR Pro...

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/04/08

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DIMhoZxuf2-/These vehicles have missing or loose fasteners in the rollover protective structure’s pillar joints. These structures fail to protect occupants during a rollover leading to injuries or possible death. The recall applies to specific VINs. So check your vehicle identification number.About 910 ROVs were sold across the United States and 10 were sold in Canada from November 2021 to January 2025.Stop riding these affected off-road

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00:01:17

Ashland Casement Windows Could Slam Down On You

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/04/08

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIMg-ugOtZp/The company is recalling the hinge tracks for these windows as the metal sliding arm can disengage from the hinge track, causing the window sash to fall and create an impact injury hazard. Affected are 10-inch and 14-inch two-bar casement windows with lot numbers with markings “R10,” “L10,” “R14,” and “L14.”About 200,000 units were sold nationwide through residential and commercial window manufacturers and service parts providers from April 2024

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00:01:13

Sakar Vivitar Blender Bottles Could Chop You

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/04/08

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DIMgUk1xwtr/The blades inside the blender can continue to spin even when the bottle is removed from the base creating a laceration risk for users. Affecterd is ES15-BB-TA, lot number MID #5220824.About 199,000 units were sold exclusively at Target stores and online at Target.com between December 2024 and January 2025.Stop using these recalled blender bottles. Contact Sakar at 1-800-592-9541 or email support@sakar.comfor a prepaid return

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