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Dr. Howard Smith OnCall

Howard G. Smith MD

Howard G. Smith, M.D. is a former radio medical editor and talk show host in the Boston Metro area. His "Medical Minute" of health and wellness news and commentary was a regular weekday feature on WBZ-AM, WRKO-AM, and WMRE-AM. His popular two-way talk show, Dr. Howard Smith OnCall, was regularly heard Sunday morning and middays on WBZ.More recently, Dr. Smith has adopted the 21st century technology of audio and video podcasting as conduits for the short health and wellness reports, HEALTH NEWS

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0:50

Recall on CRAFTSMAN® 10-inch Corded Chain Saw

Dr. Howard Smith OnCall ·

2020/12/14

Vidcast: https://youtu.be/1-7pXum2ARI The CPSC and Black and Decker have recalled the CRAFTSMAN® 10-inch corded chain saw, model CMECSP610. This chain saw may unexpectedly start without pressing the power switch when the extension cord adapter is connected upside down. This poses a severe laceration hazard. It was sold at Lowe’s and other stores as well as online at amazon.com. If you have one of the 82,000 units sold, stop using it and contact Craftsman at 1-855-237-6848 to receive a free

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0:49

Recall on Fiskars 16 foot Extendable Pole Saw/Pruners

Dr. Howard Smith OnCall ·

2020/12/14

Vidcast: https://youtu.be/PGEErB1sZh4 The CPSC and Fiskars Brands have recalled Fiskars 16 foot Extendable Pole Saw/Pruners. The telescoping sections of this product may come apart permitting the saw blade and pruner head to fall and create injuries. More than 467,680 of these have been sold in the Us and 95,000 sold in Canada. If you own one, stop using it and contact Fiskars Brands at 1-888-847-8716 for instructions regarding how to dispose of the product an obtain a refund.

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0:45

Recall on Delta Ultra-Violet Generators For Pools and...

Dr. Howard Smith OnCall ·

2020/12/14

Vidcast: https://youtu.be/y1sXfgBIqG0 The CPSC and the Neptune Benson Company are recalling Delta Ultra-Violet Generators For Pools and Spas. This product with the identifier EA-4H-10 lacks sufficient water proofing permitting fluid to leak into the generator with heat buildup and a fire hazard. If you have one of the 4560 units sold, unplug it and discontinue its use. Contact Neptune Benson for a free inspection or replacement by calling 1-888-847-8710.

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0:41

Western Chief Toddler Boots on Recall

Dr. Howard Smith OnCall ·

2020/12/14

Vidcast: https://youtu.be/HP9Dgf1hi6Y The CPSC and the Washington Shoe Company have recalled Western Chief Toddler Boots. The rivets that attach handles to the boot may detach create a choking hazard for children. These were sold at Target stores and target.com. If you have these boots, don’t permit your child to wear them. Return them to the store for a refund. For additional information, call the Washington Shoe Company at 1-855-545-0862.

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0:49

Recall on Publix Bakery Holiday Cookie Platters

Dr. Howard Smith OnCall ·

2020/12/14

Vidcast: https://youtu.be/XTgU0SfjbHk The FDA and George DeLallo Co., Inc. are recalling Publix Bakery 20 OZ Holiday Cookie Platters. This product contains undeclared pecans. Those with pecan allergies run the risk of a serious allergic reactions. These cookies were distributed by Publix in certain Florida counties, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, South Carolina, North Carolina and Virginia. If you purchased these cookies and have a person with a pecan allergy in your family, return them to

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0:47

Recall on Market Of Choice Sour Cherry Baked Brie

Dr. Howard Smith OnCall ·

2020/12/14

Vidcast: https://youtu.be/YK96zGh6izg The FDA and Market of Choice have recalled Market of Choice Sour Cherry Baked Brie. This product has undeclared almonds. Those who are almond allergic could develop serious or life-threatening allergic reactions. This product was sold at Market Cheese Shops in Ashland, Bend, Corvallis, Eugene, Portland, and West Linn in Oregon. If you have this product and an allergy to almonds, discard it or return it to the store. Call Market of Choice at

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0:58

Canyon Bakehouse Bread and Bagels Are Recalled

Dr. Howard Smith OnCall ·

2020/12/14

Vidcast: https://youtu.be/7rAu9zup0xE The FDA and Flowers Foods, Inc. are recalling Canyon Bakehouse Mountain White Bread and Canyon Bakehouse Everything Bagels. These products are labeled as Gluten-free but contain gluten. Those with a gluten or wheat sensitivity or allergy and those with celiac disease could develop gastrointestinal disease or significant allergic reactions. These products were distributed in Arkansas, Colorado, Kansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska,

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1:04

CoVid Disinfectants May Be Poisoning You

Dr. Howard Smith OnCall ·

2020/12/14

Vidcast: https://youtu.be/Bk8DrKZVURE Hydrogen peroxide based cleaning products could raise the levels of that toxin to 610 times its level in fresh air. Researchers from Syracuse University and the University of Saskatchewan measured gaseous hydrogen peroxide in a chamber designed to simulate residential settings. Hydrogen peroxide-containing disinfectants represent more than 10% of products sold in Canada, and some 168 such products are on the market. Excessive exposures can irritate the

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Do Children Spread CoVid At Home?

Dr. Howard Smith OnCall ·

2020/12/14

Vidcast: https://youtu.be/07ruN657MVs Kids are 79% less likely to spread CoVid to their household members compared with virus-carrying adults. Australian infectious disease scientists present this conclusion after their study of 213 home transmission clusters living in 12 countries. Only 3.8% of clusters stemmed from infected children. The number could be as high as 21% if you only consider clusters with symptomatic kids and those where adults did not travel. Children are 38% less likely

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1:00

Happy Hour Preserves Brain Power

Dr. Howard Smith OnCall ·

2020/12/14

Vidcast: https://youtu.be/oDqxU7n77z0 Downing cheese and red wine will keep you sharp as you go through life. Food scientists from Iowa State University report these findings after analyzing data from 12,787 Brits 46 to 77 years of age. Participants completed Food Frequency Questionnaires and underwent testing of their ability to think on the spot using he Fluid Intelligence test. Cheese topped the list of “smarts-preserving” foods followed by red wine and lamb but not other red meats. On

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1:06

Why CoVid Long Haulers Are Out of Breath

Dr. Howard Smith OnCall ·

2020/12/14

Vidcast: https://youtu.be/Zd3yQDLjt88 CoVid triggers long-term shortness of breath by damaging the diaphragmatic respiratory muscles. A study from Northwestern in Chicago reports this finding after their in-depth study of 25 long haulers using precise ultrasonic imaging. While only 12% of these patients had pre-existing pulmonary disease 80% of them had at least one respiratory muscle structural or functional abnormality. Seventy-six percent had reduced diaphragmatic contractility. Since

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0:41

Crock-Pot Multi-Cookers Recalled

Dr. Howard Smith OnCall ·

2020/11/28

Vidcast: https://youtu.be/3LfVCoOL_gI Sunbeam Products and the CPSC are recalling Crock-Pot 6-Quart Express Crock Multi-Cookers. This unit is able to pressurize even if the lid is not completely locked permitting the lid to suddenly detach and allowing the hot contents to spew out and burn the user. Stop using this product in pressure cooker mode. You may continue to use it for slow cooking. Contact the Crock-Pot company by calling 1-800-323-9519 to obtain a free replacement lid.

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0:38

Recall on Lidl Powerfix Steel Shelving Units

Dr. Howard Smith OnCall ·

2020/11/28

Vidcast: https://youtu.be/W1KEw3AVLqQ Lidl US and the CPSC announce the recall of Lidl Powerfix Steel Shelving Units. These units may be missing wall mounting hardware used to attach the shelving unit to the wall posing tip-over and entrapment hazards. Stop using these units if the anti-tipping hardware is not properly attached. Contact Lidl at 1-844-747-5435 to arrange for a refund or replacement.

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0:44

RH 5-Arm Wine Barrel Chandelier Recalled

Dr. Howard Smith OnCall ·

2020/11/28

Vidcast: https://youtu.be/weAEkOASznQ The RH Company, formerly Restoration Hardware, and the CPSC have recalled the RH 5-Arm Wine Barrel Chandeliers. Hardware parts used to hang the chandeliers may fracture causing the chandelier to fall from the ceiling and create an injury hazard. If you have one of these chandeliers, do not allow your family or friends to pass directly beneath it. Contact RH to arrange a free in-home repair or replacement. Contact the company by calling 1-833-786-0028

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0:37

Towsleys Chargers on Recall

Dr. Howard Smith OnCall ·

2020/11/28

Vidcast: https://youtu.be/QoyFsBEJN20 Towsleys and the CPSC are recalling Towsleys 3-in-1 wireless chargers, 6700 mAh power banks, and travel chargers. These products may overheat posing a fire hazard. If you have one of these, stop using it immediately and contact the company at 1-888-510-0488 to obtain instructions regarding obtaining a free replacement charger and disposal of the recalled units.

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0:39

Recall On Santa Cruz Bicycles

Dr. Howard Smith OnCall ·

2020/11/28

Vidcast: https://youtu.be/l8P8_aqBm1I Santa Cruz Bicycles and the CPSC are recalling aluminum Santa Cruz and Juliana branded bicycles. The aluminum frame pieces have experienced thermal damage during a painting operation and could bend or buckle, posing a fall hazard. If you own one of these bicycles, stop using it. Contact Santa Cruz Bicycles to arrange for a free inspection, replacement, or refund. Call the company at 1-833-944-8335.

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0:41

Date-Nut Bar Recalled

Dr. Howard Smith OnCall ·

2020/11/28

Vidcast: https://youtu.be/cgHm-upVsJM Riverside Natural Foods and the FDA have recalled Good & Gather Banana Chocolate Chip Date and Nut Bar. This product is improperly labeled as containing tree nuts but instead contains almonds. Those with an almond allergy may develop a serious or life-threatening reaction. If you have this product, don’t consume it but return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have additional questions, contact Riverside Natural Foods at

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0:43

Recall On Organic Basil

Dr. Howard Smith OnCall ·

2020/11/28

Vidcast: https://youtu.be/zI61_Wc0qjk Shenandoah Growers Inc and the FDA are recalling packages of organic basil sold under The Fresh Market and the Good and Gather labels. These products are contaminated with Cyclospora. This parasite causes an intestinal infection accompanied by severe abdominal pains, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, body aches, and fatigue. If you have these products, discard them immediately and contact the Shenandoah Growers Consumer Response Center at 1-844-896-6939 to

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0:48

Hy-Vee Short Cuts On Recall

Dr. Howard Smith OnCall ·

2020/11/28

Vidcast: https://youtu.be/6fOpKSYaEkE Hy-Vee, Inc. and the FDA have recalled Hy-Vee Short Cuts vegetable mix products. There is contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The products involved include Pot Roast Mix and Grill/Oven Ready Veggie Mix, were sold in IL, IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, SD, and WI. Listeria causes severe illness in the very young, the elderly, and the immune compromised as well as miscarriages and stillbirths. Discard these items or return them to the store for a full refund.

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MMR Vaccine Thwarts CoVid

Dr. Howard Smith OnCall ·

2020/11/27

Vidcast: https://youtu.be/8alCgy0cR3A Antibodies against the mumps virus appear to have CoVid protective effects. A study just published by mBio looked at a group of 80 COVID patients, 50 of whom had been vaccinated with MMR II vaccine vs an unvaccinated group. Those with antibodies against the mumps virus, an RNA virus like CoVid, suffered less severe disease than those without mumps antibodies or low concentrations or titers of them. The severity of disease was proportional to mumps

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