Dr. Howard Smith Reports

A New Way to Starve Lung Cancers Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DW4ggtMjiwu/ We may soon be able to beat some lung cancers by targeting how tumors fuel themselves. Ohio State University oncologists found that certain non-small cell lung cancers (NSCLC) can survive treatment by activating a metabolic “backup system.” When one growth pathway is blocked, tumors increase glucose and fat metabol...

A  “Bone Blueprint” Helps Your Body Regrow Bone Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DW4ft88jG9C/ A novel ready-made scaffold can guide your body as it rebuilds damaged bone. Molecular biologists at Sweden’s Lund University created a cell-free cartilage structure that acts like a blueprint for bone repair. When placed at an injury site, the material generates growth signals that guide your body’s...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DW4etibjnOs/ Think you consciously choose everything you do each day? Science says most of your actions occur automatically. Behavioral psychologists at the UK’s University of Surrey found about 65% of daily behaviors are triggered by habits, not deliberate decisions. Your brain links certain situations, places, or times of day with specific actions, so when t...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DW4d9BGjCEq/ Millions are turning to AI chatbots for therapy-style advice. New research says these systems may break basic mental-health ethics rules. Computer science and clinical psychologists at Brown University tested AI chatbots asked to act like therapists and found 15 different ethical risks. In simulated counseling sessions, the systems sometimes reinf...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DW4dSS3lOUk/ A gene-editing system, switched on by the caffeine in coffee, chocolate, or cola soda, could one day activate powerful therapies against cancer or diabetes. Cancer and translational medicine biologists at Texas A&M engineered cells so that about 20 mg of caffeine, roughly that in a small sip of coffee, triggers a molecular “on switch.” When ca...

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DW4bJYnGHpz/ A targeted mRNA treatment restores sperm production in genetically infertile mice and allows them to father healthy offspring.  This according to molecular biologists at Japan’s Kyoto University. Messenger RNA, injected into the testes of male mice that carry a genetic defect which usually prevents sperm production, remains active for about two day...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DW4P70ijd9M/ A new artificial-intelligence blood test, a higher tech liquid biopsy, may be able to detect silent liver disease years before symptoms appear. Oncologists at Johns Hopkins find that tiny fragments of DNA circulating in the bloodstream may contain hidden clues about early liver damage long before patients and their medical teams realize anything i...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DW4MM3DmoAT/ Wait—this isn’t just about feeling tired the next day.  A new peer-reviewed study by sleep researchers at Yale School of Medicine, published in the Journal of the American Heart Association shows that veterans with both insomnia and sleep apnea face dramatically higher cardiovascular risks. Researchers followed nearly 1 million U.S. veterans recei...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DWq-tZtDPao/ Some bags of this product contain potato chips with undeclared milk creating a serious allergy risk for those sensitive to dairy. Affected: Miss Vickie’s Spicy Dill Pickle Potato Chips, 8-ounce bag with a“Guaranteed Fresh” date of April 21, 2026 and manufacturing codes 38U301414 or 48U101514. These chips were sold at grocery, convenience, drug sto...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DWq-D7vDbru/ This dietary supplement contains sildenafil, the agent in the prescription drug Viagra used to treat erectile dysfunction. Those taking nitrate-containing medications such as nitroglycerin can experience a dangerous drop in their blood pressures. Affected: Primal Herbs Volume dietary supplement sold in 8.5-ounce containers. Orders placed between J...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DWq9Xr8kbx5/ This chocolate candy contains undeclared hazelnuts that can trigger dangerous allergic reactions. This candy was sold at Lidl stores in Delaware, the District of Columbia, Georgia, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, and Virginia between January 28, 2026 and March 11, 2026. Do not eat this recalled candy a...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DWq8EZhjj0E/ These honey-containing dietary supplements contain undeclared sildenafil and tadalafil that are the active ingredients in the FDA-approved prescription drugs Viagra and Cialis that are used to treat erectile dysfunction. Affected: Boner Bear Honey – Lot BBH0128, Expiration 01/28; Red Bull Extreme – B/N ORB524 MGG, Expiration May 2029; Blue Bull Ex...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DWpVZx4jsjX/ These snacks contain undeclared wheat and soy serious allergy risks. Affected: Gorditas de Azucar and Doraditas de Azucar with all expiration dates. These products were sold at retail and wholesale locations in Texas from February 2, 2026 through March 5, 2026 so check your food pantries. Do not eat these products if you have a wheat or soy allerg...

 Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DWpUw8dDIsq/ These 70% isopropyl alcohol pads contain the bacterial contaminant Paenibacillus phoenicis , which can cause serious or life-threatening infections.    These alcohol prep pads have been sold by Cardinal Health in the US, Puerto Rico and Japan between September 2025 and February 2026. Stop using the recalled alcohol prep pads. Review inventory, se...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DWpULHEGWHO/ These chocolate products contain undeclared sildenafil and tadalafil. These prescription medications, present in unknown quantities, are prescribed for erectile dysfunction and cause dangerous drops in blood pressure for individuals taking nitrate medications such as nitroglycerin. These chocolate products were sold nationwide in the US via intern...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DWpTeUcERXo/ Affected are all lot numbers of Organic Black Beans, Chili Bean Blend Organic, and Sunset Soup Mix Organic. Stop using these recalled products and return them to the place of purchase to receive a full refund. For more information, contact Falcon Trading Company, Inc. at 1-831-786-7000 or by email at info@sunridgefarms.com. References On My Websit...

Vidcast:  Vital Nutrients Aller-C Dietary Supplements Contain Undeclared Allergens: egg, hazelnut, and soy. #RecallAlert #AllergyAlert #SupplementSafety #ProductRecall #ConsumerSafety https://www.instagram.com/p/DWpSk-aj72p/ This supplement contains undeclared egg, hazelnut, and soy. Ingestion of these supplements creates a risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reactions for those with al...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DWpR7ZLoO7R/ Consumption of this cream cheese poses a risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction for individuals with tree nut allergies. Affected is product with Best If Used By Jul 21, 2026. A total of 144 cases were sold at Einstein Bros. Bagels store locations in Colorado, Utah, New Mexico and Wyoming. Stop consuming this cream cheese if you h...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DWpRPSjiWRw/ These non-child-resistant minoxidil hair serum spray bottles. If swallowed by a child, the minoxidil causes life-threatening poisoning. Affected: Tomum Hair Regrowth Treatment with Minoxidil, 100 mL spray bottles. About 27,400 spray bottles were sold online at Amazon.com from March 2025 through September 2025. Secure these recalled serum bottles o...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DWpQQ_njEyS/ These infant sleepsuits have zipper heads that detach and create a choking hazard for babies. Affected: Batch codes PO30592, PO30641, and PO30685. About 45,000 sleepsuits were sold online at Halosleep.com, Amazon.com, Walmart.com, and Target.com from September 2025 through February 2026. Stop allowing your children to wear these recalled sleepsuit...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DWpIZKxDUSH/ These bicycle helmets violate mandatory federal safety standard for bicycle helmets leading to head injuries if the rider is involved in a crash. Affected: Model BG-W/10BICYCLE – Serial numbers 00158202, 00158287, 00094738, 00094811; Model BG-14BICYCLE – Serial numbers 00141944, 00140406, 00134699, 00134652; Model BG-14BICYCLE Black Foam – Serial...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DWpHX6sgEmZ/ These tabletop magnet chess games contain small, high-powered magnets that can be swallowed, attract one another, and cause life-threatening internal injuries including intestinal injuries and obstruction. About 151,600 games were sold at independent game shops and online through Amazon, Etsy, and the Kluster website from October 2018 through Sept...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DWpGqlAjSp4/ These playground swing set seats have rivets supporting the seat that fail causing occupants to fall and sustain injuries. Affected: model number 999604 and code LF-65708. About 7,200 swing seats were sold through Miracle Recreation Equipment and Little Tikes Commercial from January 2025 through September 2025. Discontinue allowing your children t...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DWpEyXQEchO/ These swivel office chairs have bases that bend with an increased risk of serious injuries. Affected: Noah Office Chair (Model M70160), Owen Office Chair (Model M70040), and Warren Office Chair (Model M70740). About 2,200 chairs were sold at HomeGoods stores from August 2025 through December 2025. Stop sitting in these chairs immediately and visit...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DWpDlmZDyS4/ BUILT LUUM light-up tumblers break and expose button cell batteries that can cause serious internal burns if swallowed. Affected: LUUM tumblers (16 oz and 18 oz). About 75,700 tumblers were sold nationwide at Kroger, Hy-Vee, Meijer, Nordstrom Rack, and Winn-Dixie, as well as online at Builtny.com from October 2024 through December 2025. Stop using...