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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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00:01:18

NordicTrack RW900 Rowing Machines Catch Fire

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/10/23

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DQKR9tUDjoK/The screen console overheats and ignites leading to fires and burns. Affected are model numbers NTRW19147.0 through NTRW19147.3.About 44,800 rowing machines were sold in the United States and 700 were sold in Canada at brick-and-mortar stores and online at Best Buy, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Nebraska Furniture, and ABT, as well as on nordictrack.com and Amazon.com between November 2018 and April 2022.Stop using and unplug these recalled rowing machines

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00:01:15

WLIVE Fabric 12-Drawer Dressers Topple and Kill

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/10/23

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DQKRPV9D46V/These tall and top-heavy dressers are unstable if not anchored to a wall. They tip-over and entrap leading to serious injuries or even death for children. Affected dressers best the package marking ASNG092. About 76,500 dressers were sold on Amazon between September 2023 and August 2025. Stop filling and using the dressers if they are not anchored to a wall. Move the dresser to a child-inaccessible zone. Contact WLIVE at 1-833-367-7572 or by email

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00:01:28

Textron E-Z-GO Personal Transportation Vehicles Leak...

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/10/23

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DQKQh5YjzGU/Fuel leaks at the quick-connect fitting between the fuel line and the fuel injector mounted on the engine leading to risks of serious injury and potential fire hazards. This recall affects the 2020-2025 RXV Freedoms, as well as the 2020-2022 TXT Freedoms and Valor PTV models with various serial numbers.About 90,800 vehicles in the United States and 7,300 were sold in Canada at Textron dealerships and distributors nationwide from September 2019

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00:00:57

Durra Ground Cinnamon Is Lead Contaminated

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/10/16

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DP2-NfNjPIE/This product contains toxic levels of lead. Lead is neurotoxic, particularly to the developing brain of children. Affected is batch #N06 B:02, Best by May 2026.This lead-contaminated cinnamon was sold at grocery stores in California and Michigan from August 24, 2024, through October 6, 2025.Do not use this cinnamon and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. For more information, contact Eureka Inc. at

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00:01:38

Del Mar Organic Frozen Spinach and Sno Pac Organic...

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/10/16

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DP29kD-jViL/Listeria 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. The affected Del Mar spinach lots are 250107A, 250107B, 250107C, 250107D, 2501071, and 2501073 with expiration 1/7/27. The affected Sno PAC spinach lots are SPM1.190.5 with best by 7/9/27, SPC1.160.5 with best by 6/9/27, SPC2.160.5 with best by

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00:01:09

TRUE METRIX Blood Glucose Meters Have Defective Displays

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/10/16

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DP280u_jBIK/These LCD displays show partial or missing numerical segments, fading characters, or “ghosting,” which leads to misinterpreted test results or delays in treatment decisions for abnormal glucose levels. The affected meters are lot number KD0746, manufactured September 4, 2025About 601 meters of the TRUE METRIX® meters were sold, co-branded under the Good Neighbor Pharmacy® brand.If you purchased this meter, check the lot number on the box. If your

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00:00:54

Fusia Asian Inspirations Veggie Spring Rolls Contain...

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/10/16

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DP28Lfcj-lX/Consuming these veggie spring rolls could cause a serious or life-threatening reaction for people with shellfish allergies. The affected product has a Best Before date of 05/17/2027.These recalled spring rolls were sold exclusively at ALDI stores nationwide.Do not eat these spring rolls and return them to your nearest ALDI store. For more information, contact Tai Foong USA at 1-206-883-2317 or email the company at

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00:01:33

Sprouts Farmers Market Smoked Mozzarella Pasta Salad...

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/10/16

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DP27ekTjDGf/Listeria causes a severe and sometimes fatal systemic infection in the very young, in older frail individuals, and in those with weakened immune systems. Listeria can also trigger miscarriages and stillbirths. Affected is pasta salad with use-by dates from October 10, 2025, through October 29, 2025.These products were sold at Sprouts stores in Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, Louisiana, Maryland, Missouri,

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00:01:51

Raw Dog Barkery, BellePepper Cats, and Kanu Pets...

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/10/15

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DP2Iy-gDvtR/This bacterium can cause serious and sometimes fatal gastrointestinal and systemic infections in young children, elderly persons, and others with weakened immune systems. Affected: Raw Dog Barkery Whole Chicken Heart treats with lot numbers 030527 and 040217; Sliced Chicken Hearts with lot number 031627; BellePepper Cats Freeze Dried Chicken Heart Slices with lot numbers 031627, 121426, and 011526; and Kanu Pets Freeze Dried Chicken Heart Raw Treats

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00:01:31

Raw Bistro Dog Fare Grass-Fed Beef Frozen Entrée Has...

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/10/15

Raw Bistro Dog Fare Grass-Fed Beef Frozen Entrée Has Salmonella ContaminationVidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DP2H_mADGN_/Salmonella can affect pets and poses a risk to humans from handling contaminated products especially if your hands or household surfaces are not thoroughly cleaned and disinfected. This bacterium can cause serious and sometimes fatal gastrointestinal and systemic infections in young children, elderly persons, and others with weakened immune systems. Affected is Lot 239 with

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00:01:11

Kogalla-branded Power Banks Burn

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/10/15

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DP2HUEFCeKr/The lithium-ion batteries in these power banks overheat and ignite, even when not in use creating fire and burn risks. Affected models include BP125, BatPak 2F, and BatPak 3F, with capacities of 6,700mAh, 13,400mAh, or 20,100mAh.About 2,400 power banks were sold on Kogalla.com from June 2024 through January 2025.Stop charging and using these recalled power banks immediately and contact Kogalla using the email bpreplace@kogalla.com for instructions

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00:01:30

Blossom Children’s Loungewear Sets Are Flammable

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/10/15

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DP2GqlJDBag/These short-sleeved and long-sleeved button-up shirts and matching shorts or pants violate mandatory federal flammability standards for children’s sleepwear. They are flammable and can lead to burns.About 630 of these sleepwear sets were sold in North Carolina, Alabama, Tennessee, Mississippi, and South Carolina, and online at blossomocc.com, littlepineappleboutique.com, onceuponatimechildrens.com, pinkpineapplenc.com, lilyjanecolumbia.com, and

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00:01:07

Gunaito 10-Drawer Dressers Tip Over And Entrap

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/10/15

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DP2F6QxDdcl/These tall dressers tip-over and entrap children leading to serious injuries or death if they are not anchored to a wall. Affected are model numbers HD006BN-SLCD and HD006WH-SLCD.About 610 of these dressers were sold online at Walmart.com from December 2024 through August 2025.Stop using the dressers immediately and place them in an area inaccessible to children if they are not anchored to a wall. To obtain a full refund, contact Gunaito via email at

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00:01:18

Scripto Premium Torches Will Torch You

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/10/15

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DP1_qo7EUgB/This product violates federal safety standards for multipurpose lighters and poses serious fire and burn hazards. Affected is UPC number 0-70257-52226-6 which appears on the back of the product box.About 175,000 of these torches were sold at Walmart and Home Depot stores and online at Walmart.com and Homedepot.com between November 2024 and August 2025.Stop using these recalled Scripto Premium Torches immediately and return them to the place of

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00:01:20

Ambiano Electric Pressure Cookers Blow Their Lids

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/10/15

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DP1-6jNjc1R/Their lids open before steam pressure is fully released allowing superheated contents to escape and burn you. This recall includes model numbers 93550 (KY-318B), 96775 (KY-318A), and 98527 (6L-PC).About 46,660 6 and 8 quart pressure cookers were sold at ALDI retail stores nationwide between January 2016 and December 2019. Stop cooking with these recalled pressure cookers immediately.To get a full refund, return the cooker to any ALDI store or email

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00:01:10

Living Glow Portable Waist Fan Dangerously Overheats

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/10/15

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DP1925Fj4rI/This fan is powered by lithium-ion batteries that overheat while charging, posing a fire hazard. The recall affected about 48,000 fans sold online at HSN.com and through the HSN television network across the US between May and July 2025.Immediately stop charging and using this recalled waist fan, register at www.waistfanrecall.info to receive a full refund, and then follow the company’s instructions for disabling and disposing of the fan. Recalled

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00:01:00

EcoFlow Delta Max 2000 Power Stations Catch Fire

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/10/15

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DP16IMAjqqS/The lithium ion batteries in these recalled units overheat and ignite leading to fires and burns. The affected model is EFD310.About 25,030 of these recalled power stations were sold through Costco.com, Amazon.com, and Ecoflow.com from July 2022 through May 2025.Stop charging and using these recalled power stations and contact EcoFlow Technology at 1-833-424-4137 or via email at deltamax2000@ecoflow.com for instructions on installing a free firmware

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00:01:40

ESR HaloLock Wireless Power Banks Ignite

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/10/15

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DP14_ixj96b/The lithium-ion batteries in these portable chargers overheat and ignite creating fire and burn risks. The affected models are 2G505, 2G520, 2G505B, and 2G512B.This is an expanded recall that involves about 19,500 additional power banks in the US and about 2,015 additional power banks sold in Canada. It follows an earlier recall in August 2025. These recalled power banks were sold at Amazon.com, Esrtech.com, and Homedepot.com between September 2022

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00:01:10

Generic Magnetic Ball Sets Are Dangerous For Children

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/10/15

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DP14MsvjxEX/The 3-millimeter magnetic balls in these 1000 piece sets violate the mandatory US safety standard for toys because they contain loose, high-powered magnets that can be easily swallowed by children. If ingested, the magnets can attract each other or other metal objects inside the digestive system, leading to intestinal perforations, twisting or blockage, blood poisoning, and even death.About 5,800 sets were sold on Amazon from November 2024 through

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00:01:13

Bellabu Bear Children’s Robes Are Flammable

Dr. Howard Smith Reports ·

2025/10/15

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DP13Za9lb2K/They violate mandatory US flammability standards for children’s sleepwear and create risks of fires and burns. Affected are robes with the code BB-NW12109 printed on the neck label.About 1,300 robes were sold at Saks Fifth Avenue stores and boutiques, and online at bellabubear.com, letthembelittleboutique.com, saksfifthavenue.com, and other online retailers between January 2024 and July 2025.Immediately stop allowing your children to wear these

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