Dr. Howard Smith Reports

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DH9OeHitn2J/ When a woman and a man both sustain injuries to their pain-generating nerves, only the woman produces a unique hormone that intensifies that pain.  University of Calgary researchers report this discovery in the journal Neuron.  Their study was in part triggered by a 2019 Canadian Pain Task Force report that verified the hig...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DH9NiUTtOcR/ Obesity due to consistent ingestion of a high-fat diet limits that ability of your white blood cells to effectively fight bacterial infections.  Pediatric researchers at the University of Michigan studied this phenomenon in a mouse model and now report their findings in The Journal of Immunology . Obesity was induced with a sustained, 16 week,...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DH9MacqsZKC/ A novel, bivalent RSV vaccine provides lasting protection against respiratory syncytial viral disease over two rather than only one season.  This the result of a phase 3 so-called RENOIR trial that tested 36,862 participants 60 to over 80 years of age at 241 sites in 7 countries.  Helmed by University of Rochester infectiou...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DHmHh3XAJSc/ This cheesecake contains undeclared pecans. Those with an allergy to pecans could develop a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction should they consume this product.   Affected is lot code 25028A1 000039133. About 250,000 cheesecakes were sold exclusively by Target in California, Florida, Iowa, Ohio, and Texas between...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DHmGrSqpSAz/ These defective dumbbells allow weight plates to dislodge from the dumbbell handle during use leading to impact injuries for users and bystanders. Affected is Model 9034. About 12,400 units were sold exclusively online at Walmart.com from September 2023 through June 2024. Stop using these recalled dumbbells and contact Tzumi Electronics at 1-86...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DHmF80lv78L/ These accessories are defective allowing skis to detach from your snowmobile creating crashes serious injuries. About 1,980 units were sold in the United States and 2,600 units were sold in Canada at Kimpex USA dealers nationwide and online at Kimpex.com and other websites from April 2022 through January 2025. Stop riding s...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DHmFS8VN0lv/ These robotic pool cleaners have large current adapters that overheat creating burn and fire hazards. About 32,660 pool cleaners were sold in the United States and 2,530 units were sold in Canada at Best Buy, Home Depot, Lowe’s, and Walmart stores nationwide, and online at aiper.com, Amazon.com, Bestbuy.com, Homedepot.com, Lowes.com, and Walmar...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DHmEjQKup8b/ A loose part, broken off from the engine control module, could enter the throttle body area with loss of control, a crash, and serious injuries or death. Affected are model year 2025 snowmobiles equipped with 600R E-TEC, 850 E-TEC, or 850 E-TEC Turbo R engines. About 4,144 snowmobiles were sold in the United States and 2,20...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DHmD6DmxrEc/ This detergent has pseudomonas bacterial contamination. This bacterium can cause serious, life-threatening infections in those with weakened immune systems or those with external medical devices, especially if the bacteria enter through the eyes or a break in the skin. Affected are lot codes S24364, S24365, and S24366. About 16,200 containers o...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DHmDJ4dvWTk/ These lithium-ion batteries overheat and ignite leading to fires and burns. Affected is model number ZHX-PB21. About 89,500 batteries were sold exclusively online at velvetcaviar.com and Amazon.com between November 2022 and October 2024. Stop charging and using these recalled power banks and contact VC Group via email at re...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DHmCcewtB9k/ These defective expresso makers have brew cup handles that eject forcefully during use shattering the glass carafe and creating burn and laceration hazards. Affected are Bella Pro Series Steam Espresso Maker, Model 90195, and Cooks Steam Espresso Maker, Model 22395. About 12,300 expresso makers were sold at JCPenney stores nationwide and online...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DHmBMh5RRk_/ These 10 Drawer Dressers, if unanchored to the wall, easily tip-over and entrap children leading to injuries and death. Affected is model number HI1318_13. About 28,590 of these dressers were sold exclusively on Walmart.com between September 2023 and January 2025. Immediately stop filling these recalled dressers and place t...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DHmAj7GtjCo/ These scooters have a defective frame that allows the handlebars or stem to fold unexpectedly creating serious fall and injury hazards. Affected models: gray Max G30LP and the black Max G30P with yellow accents. About 220,000 scooter were sold at Best Buy, Costco, Walmart, Target, and Sam’s Club nationwide and online at Segway.com and Amazon.co...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DHl_8XMPk-3/ These bottles violate federal regulations regarding child-resistant packaging. The product is an antihistamine, a poisoning risk to young children if swallowed. About 2,300 bottles were sold online at Amazon.com between July 2023 and October 2024. Immediately secure these Benadryl bottles out of reach of children.   Contact...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DHedpIIpiCz/ Affected products with wood foreign bodies include Lean Cuisine® Butternut Squash Ravioli, Lean Cuisine® Spinach Artichoke Ravioli, Lean Cuisine® Lemon Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry, and STOUFFER’S® Party Size Chicken Lasagna all produced between August 2024 and March 2025.These frozen foods were sold nationwide. Do not consume these recalled products...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DHec7PPuT7J/ 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. About 10,500 packages of these contaminated mushrooms were sold in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DHecJ_yuz2N/ Those with an allergy to eggs could develop a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction should they consume this product. The recall includes products with Best By dates of March 13, 2025, through March 18, 2025. These recalled noodles were sold at H Mart stores in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Georgia, Illinois, Texas, and...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DHebpVsRDFb/ Whole Foods Market 365 Small Bites Macaroni & Cheese contain undeclared eggs and meat ingredients. Those with an allergy to eggs or certain meats could develop a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction should they consume this product. About 18,000 packages of this mac & cheese were sold at Whole Foods Market...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DHea-mppJsq/ These chowders have Clostridium botulinum contamination, and this bacterium can cause serious illness or death.  Symptoms of botulism include weakness, dizziness, double vision, trouble speaking or swallowing, and breathing difficulties. About 15,000 units were sold in Alaska, California, Colorado, Oregon, and Washington through retail stores a...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DHeabmDPrFD/ Large and small boxes with lot code 11152026 are contaminated with bird flu virus (H5N1). These recalled boxes were distributed to retailers in California, Colorados, New York, Pennsylvania, and Washington in November 2024. If you bought this cat food,  stop feeding it to your pets.  Return this feed to the place of purchas...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DHeZ68SgMUF/ The affected black batteries overheat and ignite creating fire and burn risks. About 40,370 batteries were sold nationwide through Amazon, Costco, Sublue, West Marine, and other online retailers from June 2018 through February 2025. Stop charging and using these recalled batteries and contact Sublue at 1-855-206-8698 or via the email support.us...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DHeZQ90OMiG/ The fork steerer tube on these affected bikes and framesets can crack, break, or separate creating a risk of serious injury. Only bicycles and framesets with a V5 fork are affected. About 1,300 units were sold nationwide through authorized BMC bicycle dealers and online from July 2022 through February 2025. Stop riding the...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DHeYuQIPaIM/ This heater’s fan fails to turn on leading to overheating and ignition. Affected is model number BHN2133. About 6,050 fans were sold at Meijer stores in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, and Kentucky from September 2024 through January 2025. Stop using these recalled heaters and return them to any Meijer store for a full refund.  Fo...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DHeYGjVuyu5/ The safety snap clasp on these teethers can detach and create a choking risk to young children. The recall affects multiple models including Assisi, Little Flower, God’s Grace, Cecilia, John the Baptist, and Divine Mercy for the Rosary teethers, and Genesis, Maccabees, Esther, Wisdom, Divine Mercy, Psalm, and Proverbs for t...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DHeXk0NNGcd/ These Black Diamond harnesses degrade over time, fail to support climbers, and create serious injuries or death. About 1,580 harnesses were sold in the US and 130 were sold in Canada at Liberty Mountain, REI, and at other specialty outdoor stores nationwide as well as online at blackdiamondequipment.com, backcountry.com, and evo.com from Januar...