Dr. Howard Smith Oncall

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/72z_nvozrdw   Today’s medical discoveries that point to future therapy. Nanoturbocharging Antibiotics Hydrogen Peroxide Boosts Radiation Therapy Peptide Treats Croup and Pneumonia Drug Boosts Immunity to Hepatitis B Cutting Edge Wireless Implants Avocado Therapy For Leukemia   As bacteria and fungi become more antibiotic-resistant, we need ever stronger drugs.  Australian microbiologists have one solution by formulating the antibiotic tobramycin with a lipid liquid crystal nanoparticle that amplifies tobramycin’s killing potency 100,000 times when used against the dread bug pseudomonas living in a mucus coating called a biofilm. This discovery should revolutionize the management of cystic fibrosis in children.    University of Iowa researchers now report that the drug Avasopasem manganese makes cancer radiation therapy safer and more effective.  This drug mimics a natural body enzyme and converts the toxin superoxide produced by the radiation into hydrogen peroxide that is harmles

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/Ym4G46KTwQU   A Johns Hopkins study finds that USDA-certified organic meats were 77% less likely to be contaminated with multiple drug-resistant micro-organisms.  The public health researchers reviewed purity data from 39,349 retail meat samples linked to 342 processing facilities using conventional and organic processing protocols.  Some plants were split as both processing techniques take place under the same roof.   Chicken, turkey, beef, and pork processed conventionally had a 34% incidence of bacterial contamination compared with a 20% incidence when processed organically.  More critical was 3.8% incidence of drug-resistant bacteria in meat processed in conventionally versus 0.9% for meat processed organically.   You do get a significantly cleaner and healthier meat for the extra bucks.   https://ehp.niehs.nih.gov/doi/10.1289/EHP7327   #meat #organic #bacteria #drugresistant meat, organic, bacteria, drugresistant

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/MNjNvqJuIS8   Vaccination with either mRNA CoVid Vaccine, the Moderna or Pfizer product, and the resultant immune stimulation create no injury to the placenta.  Northwestern Maternal-Fetal Medicine specialists draw this conclusion from their study of 200 CoVid-uninfected women in their third trimester 84 of whom were vaccinated.   Comparative pathologic studies of the placentas from the vaccinated and the control women revealed no increased incidence of negative vascular changes, no evidence of fetal malperfusion, and no appearance of unusual inflammatory changes.  In fact, the incidence of high-grade chronic villitis was higher in the unvaccinated women.   CoVid vaccination during pregnancy produces none of the placental damage inflicted by an untimely CoVid infection.   https://journals.lww.com/greenjournal/Fulltext/9900/Severe_Acute_Respiratory_Syndrome_Coronavirus_2.206.aspx   #CoVid #pregnancy #placenta #vaccination #moderna #pfizer  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/Qzle1OfnhEI   Drinking ANY alcohol is associated with reduction of your functional brain volume, and the more you drink the worse the effect.  Epidemiologists and neuroradiologists at Britain’s University of Oxford make this assertion after studying 25,378 participants in the UK Biobank by magnetic resonance brain imaging.   As lifetime drinking escalates, all brain zones suffer.  Elevated blood pressure and body weight only aggravate this brain deterioration.  Binge drinking predictably makes the situation worse, and the frequency of benders from none to daily has an additive effect.   The scientists sobering conclusion is that there is no safe level of drinking when it comes to your brain health.  They recommend that current guidelines be revised.    https://www.medrxiv.org/content/10.1101/2021.05.10.21256931v1.full.pdf   #alcohol #brain #greymatter #hypertension #obesity x

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/u_XW1QD_308   Novavax, a nanoparticle complexed with a CoVid spike protein, is overall 89.7% effective.  This is similar to the Modern and Pfizer vaccines and about 20% better than the adenovirus vector J&J and Astrazeneca vaccines.  These results of a phase 3 study now appear in advance of its presentation to the FDA.   A total of 15,187 participants took part with half receiving the 2 shot vaccine.  Novavax is 96.4% effective against the original strain and 86.3% effective against the British B.1.117 variant.  The vaccine works for all ages and medical conditions.  Side effects are mild and more prominent after the second dose.   It may trigger longer-lasting immunity.  Stay tuned.   https://www.medrxiv.org/content/10.1101/2021.05.13.21256639v1.full.pdf+html   #novavax #nanoparticle #vaccine #CoVid  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/pa2eVkvAFmA   How protective is the Moderna CoVid vaccine over time?  Preliminary answers were just pre-published online by a multi-site collaborative study group coordinated by the NIH Vaccine Research Center.   The sera gathered from 24 individuals representing various age groups were exhaustively studied to assess their antibody protection at 2 weeks, 3 months, and 6 months following completion of vaccination.  A variety of assays were used.   The bottom line: the Moderna vaccine affords declining but functionally effective protection for up to 6 months.  The most telling viral neutralization tests demonstrate continued protection against the original, the British, the New York, the California, and the Brazilian strains, with only borderline protection against the South African strain.   https://www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1101/2021.05.13.444010v1.full.pdf   #moderna #vaccine #CoVid #variants  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/k2G_5M6yWuY   A virus-like particle vaccine created from plant protein blended with CoVid spike proteins is safe and effective.  A US-Canadian team, helmed by Stanford University virologists, now announces their results on the biorixiv.org pre-print server after testing the vaccine in a monkey model.   Two vaccine doses were necessary to trigger a protective antibody response and proper stimulation of T-killer cells.  The vaccine did reduce levels of live CoVid harvested using nasal swabs and improved the lung appearance of infected animals in comparison with those unvaccinated.   Whether this plant-derived Covid vaccine proves better than the mRNA vaccines or the nanoparticle vaccines remains to be proven.   https://www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1101/2021.05.15.444262v1   #plant #CoVid #vaccine  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/Eef5-AGQOCo   IgG antibodies against the CoVid spike protein have a calculated half-life of 725 days.  French virologists just published this conclusion following their study of 1,309 health care workers 393 of whom had become infected with CoVid.   Over the first 9 months following infection, protective anti-spike antibodies diminished moderately but faster in men than in women.  Approaching one year post infection though, the levels of anti-spike antibodies stabilized.  These antibodies showed a protective level of 96.7%.  Vaccination of these health care workers with one of several vaccines drove a 1000-fold increase in antibody levels.  Testing of these antibodies revealed their effectiveness against most variants.   https://www.medrxiv.org/content/10.1101/2021.05.07.21256823v3.full.pdf+html   #CoVid #antibodies #variants  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/M1HUN0PAXYw   The FDA and Dash Xclusive now recall Imperia Elita Vitaccino Coffee Weight Loss and Anxiety Dietary Supplement.  This product contains the undisclosed prescription drugs sibutramine and fluoxetine.  Silbutramine, an appetite suppressant, was withdrawn from the market due to safety issues including induction of heart attack and stroke.  Fluoxetine, branded as Prozac, can trigger psychosis and suicide and must be used under supervision.  If you bought this product, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase.  Questions to Dash Xclusive by email Dashxclusive11@gmail.com.   https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/dash-xclusive-issues-voluntary-nationwide-recall-imperia-elita-vitaccino-coffee-due-presence   #vitaccino #diet #anxiety #sibutramine #fluoxetine #recall  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/5sOeFFGBW_A   The FDA and Yamtun7 announce the recall of  Poseidon Platinum 3500 Male Enhancement Dietary Supplement.  This supplement has  undeclared tadalafil and sildenafil.  These phosphodiesterase inhibitors are used for treatment of ED and are a health risk for those taking nitrates including nitroglycerin as they dangerously lower blood pressure causing stroke.  If you have this supplement, stop using it.  For questions call Yamtun7 at 1-561-674-3203.   https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/yamtun7-issues-voluntary-nationwide-recall-poseidon-platinum-3500-due-presence-undeclared-tadalafil   #poseidon #malesupplement #tadalafil #sildenafil #recall  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/cF4IXyMg2Fo   The FDA and Dibar Nutricional are recalling DiBar and ProtectoRx Hand Sanitizers.  This sanitizer is contaminated with methanol, and substantial exposure to it may cause blindness, seizures, coma, permanent neurologic damage, and death.  It is particularly dangerous if accidentally ingested by children.  This product was sold in the US and in Puerto Rico.  Stop using this product, and return it to the place of purchase.  Questions to Dibar via email at QA@dibarlabs.com.   https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/dibar-nutricional-s-de-rl-de-cv-issues-voluntary-nationwide-recall-dibar-labs-hand-sanitizer-due   #sanitizer #dibar #protectoRx #methanol #poisoning #recall  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/Gt0QRO_0S84   The FDA and Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals. Inc now recall Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals. Inc. Lipodrene w/25mg Ephedra Extract Dietary Supplement.  This dietary supplement is contaminated with 1,4 dimethylamylamine or DMAA.  This chemical induce blood vessel contraction leading to high blood pressure, arrhythmias, and heart attacks.  Involved is Lot # 001211197, Exp. 12/25.  If you purchased this supplement, stop using it and return it to the place of purchase or contact Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals at 1-888-855-7919 or via email at recallcoordinator@hitechpharma.com to arrange a replacement or refund.   https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/hi-tech-pharmaceuticals-issues-voluntary-recall-lipodrene-w25mg-ephedra-extract-dietary-supplement   #ephedra #hitech #dmaa #hypertension #recall  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/HGNiGoPjL_4   The FDA and the Sara Lee Frozen Bakery are recalling Sara Lee, Chef Pierre and Devonshire Pecan Pies.  These pies contain undisclosed peanuts.  Those with peanut allergies mPy develop severe or life-threatening allergic reactions.  If you bought one of these pies, contact Sara Lee at 1-800-323-7117 to determine if your product is involved in this recall.  If so, return it to the place of purchase for a refund.  Additional information may be obtained by emailing SaraLeeFrozenBakery@casupport.com.   https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/sara-lee-frozen-bakery-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-peanuts-pecan-pies   #pecanpie #saralee #peanuts #allergy #recall  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/nKlfVlkGuMI   The FDA and Jolly Time Popcorn Co. are recalling Jolly Time Kettle Corn.  This product contains undeclared milk.  Those with a milk allergy may develop a serious and life-threatening allergic reaction after eating this popcorn.  The popcorn was sold by various retailers in Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Wisconsin and Wyoming.  If you or family members have a milk allergy, do not consume this popcorn.  Instead return it to the place of purchase for a refund.  For additional information, contact Jolly Time at 1-712-239-1232 or via email at popcorn@jollytime.com.   https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/jolly-timer-pop-corn-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-milk-healthy-popr-kettle-corn-100s-4-count   #jollytime #popcorn #milk #recall  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/ApsEl0iI3u0   The FDA and Scentsational Soaps & Candles, Inc. are recalling Goose Creek and COCO TKO Hand Sanitizers.  These sanitizers contain the poisons methanol, benzene, and acetaldehyde.  Exposure to these poisons may cause blindness, seizures, coma, permanent neurologic damage, cancers including leukemia, and death.  They are particularly dangerous if accidentally ingested by children.  Stop using these products, and return them to the place of purchase.  Questions to Scentsational by calling 1-855-554-8050.   https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/scentsational-soaps-candles-inc-voluntarily-expands-nationwide-recall-scented-hand-sanitizers-due   #sanitizer #goosecreek #cocotko #methanol #benzene #acetaldehyde #poisoning #recall    

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/6v874GbQdJI   The FDA and Global Sanitizers are recalling Medically Minded Hand Sanitizer.  This sanitizer is contaminated with the poison methanol, and substantial exposure to it may cause blindness, seizures, coma, permanent neurologic damage, and death.  It is particularly dangerous if accidentally ingested by children.  Stop using this product, and return it to the place of purchase.  Questions to Global Sanitizers by calling 1-702-323-4402 or via email at recall@globalsanitizers.com.   https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/global-sanitizers-issues-voluntary-nationwide-recall-medically-minded-hand-sanitizer-due-presence   #sanitizer #medicallyminded #methanol #poisoning #recall  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/pTobJSHYaQQ   The CPSC and Bring and Stratton are recalling YTL, Longli and TIYA Log Splitters with Briggs & Stratton® 250cc engines.  The engine ignition coil and flywheels are defective creating difficulty starting the engines with kick back and a possible operator injury.  About 19,630 log splitters were sold in the US and 362 were sold in Canada at retailers and online sites under the Black Diamond, Crimson, Lumberjack, Performance Built, Brute, Country Pr, Boss and Oregon brands.  If you bought one of these log splitters, discontinue its use and contact Briggs and Stratton at 1-800-999-9444 for online at briggsandstratton.com to arrange an inspection and repair.   https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/Briggs-Stratton-Recalls-YTL-Longli-and-TIYA-Log-Splitters-with-Briggs-Stratton-Engines-Due-to-Injury-Hazard   #briggsandstratton #logsplitter #kickback #recall  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/XlHasdn_PPE   The CPSC and Wild Republic now recall Wild Republic Slap Watches.  The coin-type battery within the watches may come out creating possibilities for battery ingestion, electric burns within the gastrointestinal and respiratory tracts and a choking hazard.  About 463,000 of these watches were sold in the US and about 75,000 were sold in Canada through Kole Imports, Roer’s Zoofari, Seaquest Interactive Aquarium, other zoos, museums and aquariums and online at WildRepublic.com, Amazon.com and Peluches Cory.com.  Do not permit children to use these watches, and contact Wild Republic at 1-800-800-9678 or online at wildrepublic.com to arrange a refund.   https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/K-M-International-Recalls-Slap-Watches-Due-to-Coin-Cell-Battery-Ingestion-and-Choking-Hazards   #toywatch #slapband #wildrepublic #coinbattery #burn #choking #recall  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/Se3BSlC1D3o   The CPSC and Alliance Chemical announce the recall of Alliance Chemical Sodium Hydroxide.  This product contains a caustic poisons and must be sold in child-proof container.  The label on the products omits the word POISON. The caustic soda flakes in this container can burn on contact and if swallowed by a child will cause devastating damage to the mouth, throat, esophagus, and gastrointestinal tract.  About 960 containers of this product were sold online at Alliancechemical.com, Amazon.com and eBay.com.  Immediately store these products in a safe place away from children.  Contact Alliance Chemical at 1-512-365-6838 or online at alliancechemical.com for a free child-resistant replacement bottle and new labelling.   https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/Alliance-Chemical-Recalls-Sodium-Hydroxide-Products-Due-to-Failure-to-Meet-Child-Resistant-Packaging-Requirement-and-Violation-of-FHSA-Labeling-Recall-Alert   #alliancechemical #naoh #childproof #poisoning #recall  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/PgxhDYI2H04   The CPSC and Polaris are recalling the Polaris RZR PRO PEDIATRICIAN and RZR PRO XP4 Model Year 2021 Recreational Vehicles.  These vehicles are missing the copper seal washers on their turbocharger oil supply lines resulting in oil leaks, fire hazards, and burns.  About 32 of these vehicles were sold.  If you bought one of these vehicles, stop using it and contact your Polaris dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair.  If you need more information, call Polaris at 1-800-765-2747 or check online at Polaris.com.   https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/Polaris-Recalls-RZR-Recreational-Off-Road-Vehicles-Due-to-Fire-Hazard-Recall-Alert   Polaris RZR Recreational Off-Road Vehicle Recall