Dr. Howard Smith Reports

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DJukAwlvMOh/ These candles’ glass containers crack or break while burning creating risks of lacerations and burns. About 3,000 units were sold nationwide at gift shops, including Bachman’s in Minneapolis, Minnesota; Flowers Around the Corner in Bowling Green, Kentucky; Coopers Uptown Store in Kenosha, Wisconsin; Haws & Co. Floral and Gifts in Lehi, Utah; P...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DJujYI7OMfX/ These peg dolls’ small spherical ends can block your child's airway creating risks of serious injury or death.  The affected product is labeled as "Model SD13" on the side of the packaging. About 3,400 sets were sold exclusively on Amazon.com from May 2021 through January 2025. Immediately take the toy set away from your children and...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DJuiwHgPtGX/ The tow handle can pinch consumers' fingertips against the cooler risking fingertip amputation and crushing injuries. Affected models include Latitude 90 Qt Roller (models 34692 and 34785) and MaxCold Latitude 90 Qt Roller (model 34790) manufactured prior to January 2024. This recall has been expanded and now includes an additional 130,000 coo...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DJuh7GOu2Q1/ The valves can leak small amounts of gas when in the open position, posing a risk of fire or burns. About 3,700 units were sold in the United States with an additional 18,500 sold in Canada through plumbing supply distributors nationwide from January 2006 through January 2025. Stop using these recalled Delta Gas Ball Valves and contact Masco Canad...

x Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DJug62wJ-FK/ The hinges on the foldable rear kickstand support leg crack and break causing the carrier to collapse and babies within to fall. About 5,080 units were sold at REI, Bass Pro, and other stores nationwide as well as online through Deuter.com, Amazon.com, and other websites from March 2023 through March 2025. Immediately stop using these recalled c...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DJcdv3SPDaW/ This supplement contains undeclared sildenafil and propoxyphenylsildenafil, phosphodiesterase inhibitors found in FDA-approved drugs for male erectile dysfunction.  They are not permitted in dietary supplements because they are a danger for individuals taking nitrates for cardiac conditions. Affected is lot number 250214PRO. Stop using these recal...

These baked beans contain undeclared soy that would cause serious or life-threatening allergic reactions in individuals with soy allergies. Affected is Lot Code “Best if Used By Feb 17, 2028. About 4,515 cases were sold through retailers in Arizona, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, New Hampshire, New York, North Car...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DJcbYU9uujm/ This product contains undeclared sulfites but also a color additive, Amaranth (E123), that is unapproved by the FDA. This poses a serious health risk to individuals sensitive to sulfites, potentially causing life-threatening allergic reactions. Don’t use this product and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. For more information, c...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DJcaodtpg09/ Affected are: Male Ultra, Malextra, Electro Buzz, Ultra Armor, and Male Ultra Pro. These supplements contain the phosphodiesterase inhibitor drugs chloropretadalafil, propoxyphenylsildenafil, and sildenafil often used to treat erectile dysfunction.  They can be deadly for those taking nitrate drugs including nitroglycerin. Stop using these supplem...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DJcZrOAO7oe/ Those with an allergy to milk could develop a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction should they consume this product. Affected items have expiration dates of October 21st or 22nd, 2026, and October 17, 2027. This recalled monkfish liver was sold in California at Little Tokyo Market Place and H Mart retail locations. Do not consume this con...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DJcZBDaN59c/ This bacterium can cause serious and sometimes fatal gastrointestinal and systemic infections in young children, elderly persons, and others with weakened immune systems. The affected lot numbers are R4467 and R4470. These tomatoes were sold between April 23 and April 28, 2025 to wholesalers and retail outlets in Georgia, North Carolina, and South...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DJcYY3fMcVd/ These tomatoes have salmonella contamination.  This bacterium can cause serious and sometimes fatal gastrointestinal and systemic infections in young children, elderly persons, and others with weakened immune systems. The recalled lots are RM250424 15250B and RM250427 15250B. These tomatoes were sold by Gordon Food Service Stores in Illinois, Indi...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DJcXpKIuD10/ The company supplying the cilantro for these products indicates the presence of this wood foreign body in the lot used for production between December 19, 2024, and March 17, 2025. Affected are the following salsas: mild, Medium, and Hot; Traditional; Pineapple; Verde; Mens Room Roasted Red; and Costco 32 oz. Medium. If you purchased any of the af...

https://www.instagram.com/p/DJcWgCSxHRF/ Those with an allergy to almonds could develop a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction should they consume this product. This recalled snack mix was sold by independent grocery markets and convenience stores throughout New England, as well as in New York and Pennsylvania. Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund.  For questions,...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DJcVtQJuzhl/ Both the 0.6-ounce and 4-ounce bags have undeclared almonds and cashews. The affected lot numbers are K5069C1 and K5069C2 for the 0.6-ounce bags with a best-by date of October 2026, and B4339E1 and B4340E1 for the 4-ounce bags with a best-by date of July 2026. The recalled products were sold in Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Hawaii, Illin...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DJcU5EPNf4x/ The problem occurred since 500 units of the salad were mistakenly packaged with parmesan cheese crumbles instead of crispy onions.  The affected lot numbers include Use By dates of April 28, 2025, and April 29, 2025. The recalled salads were sold exclusively at Trader Joe’s locations in the following states: Alabama, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansa...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DJcUHOzMDGZ/ The lithium-ion battery in these bikes overheats creating fire and burn risks. About 2,850 of these electric bicycles were sold in the US and an additional 550 were sold in Canada all Santa Cruz dealers from October 2021 through January 2025. Stop charging and riding these bicycles, disconnect the battery from both the bike and the charger, and vi...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DJcTa4AOnqD/ The lithium-ion batteries inside these chargers overheat cresting risks of fires and burns. Affected is model number BS-30KP365. About 55,380 units were sold online nationwide through Amazon.com, AliExpress.com, Walmart.com, and Baseus.com between April 2020 and April 2025. Stop using these chargers \and go to baseus.com/pages/recall_select_BS-30K...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DJcSZ5_syAe/ These clips contain lead levels that violate the lead paint ban. Lead is particularly toxic the developing nervous systems of young children. Affected are multipacks of 120 painted metal clips in various colors and patterns. About 3,800 units were sold online nationwide through Amazon between April 2024 and September 2024. Immediately stop using t...

A ball joint can loosen and separate from the front suspension arm causing a driver to lose wheel support, stability, and steering leading to crashes and injuries. The affected models include RTV-X900, RTV520, RTV-X1120, and RTV-X1140. About 49,640 units were sold through authorized Kubota dealers from January 2021 through December 2024. Stop riding these recalled vehicles and contact an authorize...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DJcQ8ITsA6w/ This product catches fire creating serious burn hazards. About 1,960 units were sold nationwide at Kohl’s stores and online at Kohls.com between September 2024 and April 2025. Stop using these candle holders immediately and return them to any Kohl’s location for a full refund either as a Kohl’s gift card or in the original form of payment. If you...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DJcQRStPPv-/ These pressure cookers have lids that can be opened while the cooker is still pressurized\ permitting the superheated contents to escape and cause severe burns. The recall includes models OP300, OP301, OP302, and others in the OP300 series. About 1,846,400 units were sold across the United States, and an additional 184,240 were sold in Canada.  Sa...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DJKcyZ6PDwM/ If you are taking a proton pump, inhibitor such as omeprazole, Prilosec, esomeprazole, Nexium, or lansoprazole, Prevacid, you are likely not taking it at an optimal time with respect to meals. Most directions given with these drugs vaguely recommend taking them an hour or so before eating.  Lab data pinpoints a more specific time. It turns out tha...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DJHrndtOyB4/ A painless, shot-free urine test could diagnose prostate cancer at its earliest, treatable stages.  Biochemists in Sweden, the UK, and China, led by those at the Karolinska Institute, studied mRNA activity in more than 2000 patients with and without prostate cancers.  They used AI to identify the proteins specific for prostate cancer that show up...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DJHrDdspb_Y/ A high tech bandage combining the power of biosensors, microfluidics, and machine learning capably detects signs of wound infection and inflammation some 3 days before clinical signs appear.  Developed by bioengineers at Caltech, the California Institute of Technology, and surgeons at the USC School of Medicine, the iCares device not only continuo...