Howard G. Smith MD, AM
Dr. Howard Smith Reports
Howard G. Smith MD, AM has been reporting health and wellness news for more than 40 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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Howard G. Smith MD, AM
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Jun 25, 2026
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Fisher-Price Brunch & Go Stroller Toys Can Choke Children 19.04.2025 1:17
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...
Fisher-Price 3-in-1 SnugaPuppy Activity Centers Have Unsafe Tissue Box Toys 19.04.2025 1:19
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.co...
Bebamour Baby Bath Seats Could Drown Your Child 19.04.2025 0:52
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@bab...
Costway Babyjoy Convertible 6-in-1 High Chair Activity Centers Entrap And Dump Babies 19.04.2025 1:08
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 usi...
Lil Pick Up E-Bully Youth All-Terrain Vehicles Have Defective Steering and Brakes 19.04.2025 0:56
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@lilpi...
Safetussin Max Strength Multi-Symptom Cough, Cold and Flu tablets could harm your children 19.04.2025 1:02
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 s...
SmartDrive MX2+ Speed Control Dials Start Or Stop Powered Wheelchairs Unpredictably 08.04.2025 1:31
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. Im...
Texas Pete Habanero Buffalo Sauce and Texas Pete Sweet CHAbanero Sweet Sriracha Habanero Sauce Have Dangerously Inaccurate Ingredient Labels 08.04.2025 1:25
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 age...
DeWalt 70,000 BTU Outdoor Portable Cordless Forced Air Propane Heaters OverHeat 08.04.2025 1:09
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 sto...
Room2Room LED Iridescent Bear Lights Overheat And Melt 08.04.2025 1:18
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 onl...
Superb Sports Baby Bath Seats Could Drown Your Baby 08.04.2025 0:58
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 re...
Honeyjoy Convertible and Foldable High Chairs Can Suffocate Your Baby 08.04.2025 1:21
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...
Honda Accessory Heaters Are Flame Throwers 08.04.2025 1:25
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 Powersp...
Polaris Model Year 2022 - 2025 RZR Pro R and RZR Pro R4 Recreational Off-Road Vehicles Have Defective Rollover Structures 08.04.2025 1:40
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 Unite...
Ashland Casement Windows Could Slam Down On You 08.04.2025 1:17
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 natio...
Sakar Vivitar Blender Bottles Could Chop You 08.04.2025 1:13
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 thes...
Coca-Cola Classic 12-pack Cans Contain Plastic 04.04.2025 1:02
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DICMFnGNjZc/ Coca-Cola in cans has contamination with plastic. This contaminated product may cause temporary, possibly medically reversible health effects. Affected are cans with a date code of SEP2925MDA. More than 10,000 cans in 864 cases of this recalled Coca-Cola were sold in Illinois and Wisconsin and distributed to retailers and stores in those state...
Tec Italy Shampoo Totale Has Bacterial Contamination 04.04.2025 0:54
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DICLdbjM_JJ/ This shampoo is contaminated with the bacteria Klebsiella oxytoca that causes infections in the eyes, nose, and skin, and creates additional risks for those with compromised immune systems. Affected is Lot # 1G27542266. About 1,068 containers of this recalled shampoo were sold in New York and California as well as in other...
Tostitos Cantina Traditional Yellow Corn Tortilla Chips Have Undeclared Milk 04.04.2025 1:21
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DICKvDDNruV/ These recalled bags may contain nacho cheese tortilla chips as well as or instead of yellow corn tortilla chips. They could trigger a serious allergic reaction for those with milk allergies or sensitivities. Affected bags have one of the following manufacturing codes: 471106504, 471106505, 471106506, or 471106507 with a “Guaranteed Fresh” dat...
CFS Cromer Food Services Chicken Salad on White Sandwich Bread Has Undeclared Milk 04.04.2025 0:58
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DICKKhXO8M9/ This creates a serious health risk to individuals with milk allergies or sensitivities. Affected are sandwiches with use-by dates ranging from January 3, 2025, to April 1, 2025. These recalled sandwiches were sold between December 26, 2024, and March 24, 2025 at micro markets and vending machines located in Georgia and So...
Keith and Rodeo Goat Branded Dense Brioche Pullman Loaves and Brioche HB Buns Contain Undeclared Allergens 04.04.2025 0:59
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DICJiuZt-_k/ These bakery products contain undeclared milk, soy, and Yellow FD&C #5 on the labels. These allergens could cause serious allergic reactions for individuals with sensitivities. These recalled products were distributed through Ben E. Keith of Fort Worth, Texas and Rodeo Goat Casa Linda Store in Dallas, Texas between December 24, 2024, and Ma...
Trader Joe’s Hot Honey Mustard Dressing Contains Multiple Allergens 04.04.2025 1:06
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DICI2houCUb/ This product contain peanuts, soy, sesame, and wheat, which could pose a serious health risk to individuals with allergies to these agents. Affected is product with a Use By Date of May 27, 2025. This dressing was sold at Trader Joe’s locations in Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, Louisiana, Marylan...
Walker’s Wine Juice Pumpkin Juice Has Clostridium Botulinum Contamination 04.04.2025 1:01
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DICIRBcOx5I/ Ingesting this juice can lead to botulism, a serious and potentially fatal foodborne illness. Symptoms include weakness, dizziness, double vision, difficulty speaking or swallowing, and breathing issues. This recalled juice was sold at Walker’s Wine Juice retail store in New York and distributed to commercial wineries in Illinois, Indiana, Kans...
Panaderia Salvadorena Inc. Quesadilla de Queso Bread has an Undeclared Allergen 04.04.2025 1:00
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DICHtEGs-Rm/ This bread has undeclared milk than can cause a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction for individuals with a milk allergy. The affected products have an expiration date of June 27, 2025 or earlier and were mislabeled, listing only sour cream and butter instead of milk. This recalled product was sold in Rhode Island...
Tony’s Chocolonely Bars Contain Small Rocks 04.04.2025 1:05
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DICHJiCvMUQ/ The affected products are the Dark Chocolate Almond Sea Salt Bar and the Everything Bar. The recall includes lot numbers 4327, 4330, 4331, M4331, 163094, 162634, and M162634. These recall candy bars were sold nationwide in the United States at retail stores and online at tonyschocolonely.com between February 7, 2025, and March 24, 2025. Return...
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