Dr. Howard Smith Oncall

  • Author: Vários
  • Narrator: Vários
  • Publisher: Podcast
  • Duration: 128:18:16
  • More information

Informações:

Synopsis

Howard G. Smith, M.D. is a former radio medical editor and talk show host in the Boston Metro area. He was heard on WBZ-AM, WRKO-AM, and WMRE-AM presenting his "Medical Minute" of health and wellness news and commentary. His popular two-way talk show, Dr. Howard Smith OnCall, was regularly heard Sunday morning and middays on WBZ. He also was a fill-in host during evenings on the same station.More recently, he has adopted the 21st century technology of audio and video podcasting as conduits for the short health and wellness reports, HEALTH NEWS YOU SHOULD USE, and the timely how-to recommendations, HEALTH TIPS YOU CAN'T SKIP. Many of these have video versions, and they may be found on his YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKPOSWu-b4GjEK_iOCsp4MATrained at Harvard Medical School and a long-time faculty member at Boston Childrens Hospital, he practiced Pediatric Otolaryngology for 40 years in Boston, Southern California, and in central Connecticut. Now that his clinical responsibilities have diminished, he will be filing news reports and creating commentaries regularly.  Then several times a month, the aggregated the reports will appear as DR. SMITH'S HEALTH NEWS ROUNDUPS on his YouTube and podcast feeds.  If you have questions or suggestions about this content, please email the doctor at drhowardsmith.reports@gmail.com or leave him a message at 516-778-8864.  His website is: www.drhowardsmith.com.Please note that the news, views, commentary, and opinions that Dr. Smith provides are for informational purposes only. Any changes that you or members of your family contemplate making to lifestyle, diet, medications, or medical therapy should always be discussed beforehand with personal physicians who have been supervising your care.

Episodes

  • Kogalla-branded Power Banks Burn 

    15/10/2025 Duration: 01min

    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 regarding obtaining a free replacement. Dispose of the recalled power banks safely at your local household hazardous waste collection center. You can’t just toss them in your household trash.https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Zyntony-Recalls-Kogalla-Power-Banks-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards-Sold-on-Kogalla-com#kogalla #powerbank #battery #overheating #burns #recall

  • Blossom Children’s Loungewear Sets Are Flammable

    15/10/2025 Duration: 01min

    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 shoplittlechunkymonkeys.com from September 2023 through May 2025.Stop allowing your children to wear this recalled loungewear. To obtain a full refund, destroy the garments by cutting them in half, take a photo, and email it to sales@blossomocc.com. Proof of purchase is not required. For more information, contact Blossom at 1-256-481-8838 or online at blossomocc.com/pages/recall.https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Blossom-Recalls-Childrens-Loungewear-Due-to-Serious-Risk-of-Injury-or-Death-from-Burns-Violates-Mandatory-Sta

  • Gunaito 10-Drawer Dressers Tip Over And Entrap

    15/10/2025 Duration: 01min

    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 gunaito10recall@outlook.com for instructions on disposal and submitting a photo showing proper disposal of the product.https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Gunaito-10-Drawer-Dressers-Recalled-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Tip-Over-and-Entrapment-Hazards-Violates-Mandatory-Standard-for-Clothing-Storage-Units-Sold-on-Walmart-com-by-Gunaito#gunaito #dressers #entrapment #injury #recall

  • Scripto Premium Torches Will Torch You

    15/10/2025 Duration: 01min

    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 purchase for a full refund or store credit. Alternatively, contact Calico Brands at 1-800-544-4837 or via the email premiumtorchrecall@calicobrands.com to obtain instructions for returning the torch by mail. The company will send a prepaid shipping label and hazmat-safe packaging for free return and refund.https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Calico-Brands-Recalls-Scripto-Premium-Torches-Due-to-Risk-of-Injury-or-Death-from-Fires-and-Burns-Violates-Mandatory-Standard-for-Multipurpose-Lighters#Calico #torch #burns #recall

  • Ambiano Electric Pressure Cookers Blow Their Lids

    15/10/2025 Duration: 01min

    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 Tempo at serviceusa@tempo.org with a photo of the unplugged power cord cut and another photo showing the model number and date code. Additional information is available by ALDI at 1-800-325-7894 or by emailing the Tempo company at the same email.https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Tempo-USA-Recalls-Ambiano-Electric-Pressure-Cookers-Due-to-Serious-Burn-Hazard-Multiple-Burn-Injuries-Reported-Sold-at-ALDI#ambiano #pressurecooker #lid #burns #recall

  • Living Glow Portable Waist Fan Dangerously Overheats

    15/10/2025 Duration: 01min

    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 lithium-ion batteries should never be thrown in household trash or general recycling bins but rather brought to your local hazardous waste recall center.  Contact the company at the same website for additional information.https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Living-Glow-Portable-Waist-Fans-Recalled-Due-to-Fire-Hazard-Manufactured-by-Guangzhou-Jiguang-Lighting-Sold-by-HSN#livingglow #waistfan #battery #overheating #fires #burns #recall

  • EcoFlow Delta Max 2000 Power Stations Catch Fire

    15/10/2025 Duration: 01min

    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 update which will remedy the overheating issue.https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/EcoFlow-Technology-Recalls-Delta-Max-2000-Power-Stations-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Burn-Injury-and-Fire-Hazard#ecoflow #lithiumion #battery #overheating #fire #burns #recallecoflow, lithiumion, battery, overheating, fire, burns, recall

  • ESR HaloLock Wireless Power Banks Ignite

    15/10/2025 Duration: 01min

    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 and July 2025.Stop charging and using these recalled power banks. To obtain a full refund, send an email to support@esrtech.com with your order number, if available, and a photo of the power bank showing the model number and the word “Recalled” written on it in permanent marker. Dispose of the power bank properly at your local household hazardous waste collection center; do not throw it in the trash or regular recycling.For additional information, call Waymeet at 1-888-990-0280 or email the company at the email I me

  • Generic Magnetic Ball Sets Are Dangerous For Children

    15/10/2025 Duration: 01min

    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 August 2025.Stop allowing your children to play with these recalled magnetic ball sets. Contact the Ritons company via email at recall0817@163.com for refund instructions. The company will provide a prepaid return label for you to send the products back and receive a full refund.https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Generic-Magnetic-Ball-Sets-Recalled-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Magnet-Ingestion-Violates-Mandatory-Standard-for-Toys-Sold-on-Amazon-by-Ritons#ritons #generic #magnetic #balls #children #intes

  • Bellabu Bear Children’s Robes Are Flammable

    15/10/2025 Duration: 01min

    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 recalled robes. Contact Bellabu Bear at 1-888-703-7752 or via email at help@bellabubear.com for a full refund or store credit for the original purchase price. The company will provide a prepaid shipping label.https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Bellabu-Bear-Recalls-Childrens-Robes-Due-to-Burn-Hazard-Violates-Mandatory-Standards-for-Childrens-Sleepwear#bellabubear #childrens #robes #flammable #fires #burns #recall

  • Mom Genius Retractable Safety Gates Can Entrap Your Baby

    15/10/2025 Duration: 01min

    Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DP12rstgPR6/ A child’s torso can fit through the space between the gate and the floor, creating a risk of entrapment that could lead to serious injury or death. Affected are models labeled Retractable Safety Gate model number SH.20.006B02.About 920 of these gates were sold at Amazon.com, Walmart.com, Purchasingpower.com, and Perpay.com from March 2024 through June 2025.Stop using these recalled safety gates. To receive a full refund, cut through the mesh of the gate to destroy it and take a photo showing the destroyed gate. Send that photo to product-recall@momgenius.com. Once the photo is received, Mom Genius will issue your refund. For more information, contact Mom Genius at 1-844-266-6436 or via the same email.https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Mom-Genius-Recalls-Retractable-Safety-Gates-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Entrapment-Violates-Mandatory-Standard-for-Gates-and-Enclosures#momgenius #safetygate #entrapment #injury #children #recall

  • Bmrwtg Children’s LED Tutu Skirts Contain Dangerous Button Batteries

    15/10/2025 Duration: 01min

    Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DP11LQmAC7V/The LED lights in these skirts use lithium coin batteries that are easily accessible to children and lack the warning labels required under Reese’s Law. Ingesting these batteries can cause internal chemical burns, severe injury, or even death. About 740 of these skirts were sold on Amazon from March 2025 through August 2025.Stop allowing your children to wear or play with these recalled skirts. Remove and properly dispose of the batteries following local hazardous waste procedures. To obtain a full refund, cut the skirt in half, place it in the trash, and send a photo of the destroyed skirt to bmrwtgrecall@outlook.com.  Additional information about this recall is available by contacting the same email.https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Childrens-LED-Tutu-Skirts-Recalled-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Battery-Ingestion-Violates-Mandatory-Standard-for-Consumer-Products-with-Coin-Batteries-Sold-on-Amazon-by-Bmrwtg#Bmrwtg #tutu #skirts #led #buttonbatt

  • Wise Wife Branded Ground Cinnamon Is Leaded

    15/10/2025 Duration: 50s

    Vidcast:   https://www.instagram.com/p/DPmeqk6DvG5/This cinnamon contains toxic levels of lead.  It is a poison and a particular danger to children as it is neurotoxic for the developing brain.This recalled cinnamon was sold in New Jersey, New York, Florida, Maryland, Minnesota, Oklahoma, and Ohio between February 15, 2024 and June 28, 2025. Do not use this lead-contaminated cinnamon but return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. For more information, call 1-516-437-3782.https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/slr-food-distribution-inc-recalls-wise-wife-brand-ground-cinnamon-because-possible-health-risk#wisewife #cinnamon #cinnamon #poison #children #recall

  • G&L Food Dried Bean Curd Contains Undeclared Wheat Allergen

    09/10/2025 Duration: 59s

    Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DPmd75wDht2/Those with an allergy to wheat or gluten or who have celiac disease could develop a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction should they consume this product. Affected is product with expiration dates of 10/25/2025, 11/06/2026, and 06/20/2026.This recalled bean curd was sold at retail stores in Northern California’s Bay Area but also served in restaurants operating in this region.Do not consume this G&L Food Dried Bean Curd. Return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. For more information, contact 1-415-218-2332.https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/gansu-zhaofeng-agricultural-development-co-ltd-voluntarily-recalling-its-dried-bean-curd-due#gandlfood #driedbeancurd #wheat #gluten #celiac #allergy #recalledbeancurd, wheat, gluten, celiac, allergy, recall

  • Harvest Cuts and Fresh and Finest Fresh Cut/Processed Cantaloupe Is Listeria Contaminated

    09/10/2025 Duration: 59s

    Harvest Cuts and Fresh and Finest Fresh Cut/Processed Cantaloupe Is Listeria ContaminatedVidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DPmdRunjYmJ/Listeria can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, the elderly, and people with weakened immune systems. The affected products include cantaloupe-only and mixed fruit containers.These recalled products were sold in Nebraska, North Dakota, and Wisconsin, and may have reached other states through traditional grocery stores in plastic clamshell containers.Do not eat these affected Harvest Cuts or Fresh and Finest products.   Return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. For more information, contact Wholesale Produce Supply at 1-612-378-2025.https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/wholesale-produce-supply-minneapolis-minnesota-recalling-fresh-cutprocessed-cantaloupe-because-it#harvestcuts #freshandfinest #cantaloupe #listeria #infection #recallharvestcuts, freshandfinest, cantaloupe, listeria, infection, recall

  • Tru Fru Freeze Dried Strawberries in Dark & White Chocolate and Freezedried Strawberries and Cream Contain Metal Fragments

    09/10/2025 Duration: 58s

    Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DPmccb3ALRa/These hard, sharp foreign objects can cause lacerations and/or perforations of mouth, throat, stomach, or intestinal linings. These recalled products were sold at Albertsons, CVS, Food Lion, H-E-B, Hungryroot, Ingles Markets, Kroger, Stew Leonard’s, and Target stores as well as online and via mail order. Do not eat these Tru Fru products.  To request a refund or to obtain more information, contact Tru Fru at 1-888-293-7748 or via the email trufru@rqa-inc.com.https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/georgia-nut-company-gnc-third-party-manufacturer-tru-fru-llc-issues-voluntary-recall-specific#trufru #freedried #strawberries #foreignbodies #metal #lacerations #recall

  • Lunds & Byerlys Pecan Caramel Clusters Contain Undeclared Cashew Allergen

    09/10/2025 Duration: 58s

    Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DPmbygAjGUH/Those with an allergy to cashews could develop a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction should they consume this product. The affected lot is # 079Y with a best-by date of January 29, 2026.This candy was sold exclusively at Lunds & Byerlys stores in Minnesota between July 15 and September 30, 2025.Do not eat this product but return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. For more information, contact Abdallah Candies at 1-800-348-7328 or via the email service@abdallahcandies.com.https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/abdallah-candies-issues-voluntary-recall-pecan-caramel-clusters-due-undeclared-mislabeled-allergens#lundsbyerlys #pecancarmelclusters #candy #cashew #allergy #recall

  • Doan’s Bakery’s White Chocolate Coconut and Carrot Bundt Cakes Contain Undeclared Wheat and Milk

    09/10/2025 Duration: 01min

    Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DPmbBrwD4_0/Those with wheat, milk, or gluten allergies or with celiac disease could develop severe or life-threatening allergic reactions should they consume these cakes.  The affected products were sold and shipped via the mail order company goldbelly.com from June 1 through September 24, 2025.If you bought and received these affected bundt cakes through Goldbelly.com and have wheat or milk allergies, don’t eat them them. Contact Customer Support at Goldbelly.com at 1-888-675-6892 or via the email support@goldbelly.com to arrange a refund or for more information.https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/doans-bakery-issues-allergy-update-undeclared-wheat-and-milk-allergens-bundt-cakes#doansbakery #bundt #cakes #wheat #milk #gluten #celiac #allergy #recall

  • Signature Brand Enoki Mushrooms Are Contaminated with Listeria

    09/10/2025 Duration: 01min

    Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DPmMt1FgBXp/This bacterium causes serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, the elderly, and people with weakened immune systems. Affected is lot code GGN: 4063061794758.These contaminated mushrooms were sold in New York City.If you purchased Signature Enoki Mushrooms anytime during August to September 2025, do not eat the product and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. For more information, contact New Age International at 1-718-808-1018 or via the email info@newageinternational.com.https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/new-age-international-recalls-signature-enoki-mushrooms-due-potential-health-risk#signature #enoki #mushrooms #listeria #infection #recall

  • Sea Port Raw Frozen Easy Peel White Shrimp Is Radioactive

    09/10/2025 Duration: 01min

    Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DPmL6atDVCr/These jumbo sized shrimp, 16/20 count per pound, are contaminated with Cesium-137, a human carcinogenen. Affected is lot C10524 SO502 080 with best-by dates of May 7 or May 8, 2028.This recalled shrimp was sold at small retailers in Alaska, California, Hawaii, Montana, Oregon, Washington State, and American Samoa between July 10 and September 22, 2025.Check your freezers for this recalled Sea Port brand shrimp in 1- or 2-pound bags. Do not eat this shrimp and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Use extra care when handling this product to reduce any chance of contamination.For more information, contact Sea Port Products Corporation at 1-425-896-0186 or email info@seaportproducts.com.https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/sea-port-products-corp-recalling-raw-frozen-easy-peel-white-shrimp-because-product-may-have-become#seaport #shrimp #radioactive #cesium137 #cancer #recall

page 2 from 240