Dr. Howard Smith Oncall

   Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/V6oixe1Qdfw   The CPSC and The Lye Guy announce the recall of The Lye Guy Sodium Hydroxide and Potassium Hydroxide.  These products contain caustic poisons and must be sold in child-proof containers and their 32 oz. containers are not.  The label on the products omits the word POISON.  These liquids can burn on contact and if swallowed by a child will cause devastating damage to the mouth, throat, esophagus, and gastrointestinal tract.  About 32,000 bottles of these products were sold online at thelyeguy.com.  Immediately store these produces in a safe place away from children.  Contact The Lye Guy at 1-315-436-6560 or via email at thelyeguy@gmail.com for a free child-resistant replacement bottle and new labelling.   https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/The-Lye-Guy-Recalls-Sodium-and-Potassium-Hydroxide-Products-Due-to-Failure-to-Meet-Child-Resistant-Packaging-Requirement-and-Violation-of-FHSA-Labeling-Recall-Alert   #thelyeguy #naoh #koh #childproof #poisoning #recall  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/fMXBdLycA0w   The CPSC and Bombardier Recreational Products are recalling Ski-Doo Snowmobiles 2021-2022 Model Year.  The mufflers on these units may overheat leading to melting of the right-side vent grill, dripping molten plastic, and a fire hazard.  About 2400 snowmobiles were sold in the US and 3,000 were sold in Canada.  Stop using this vehicle immediately and contact a Ski-Doo dealer for a free repair.  More information from Bombadier US toll-free at 1-888-272-9222.   https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/BRP-Recalls-Snowmobiles-Due-to-Fire-Hazard-Recall-Alert   #snowmobile #muffler #burn #fire #recall #skidoo  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/pNSzGnY-Pkw   The CPSC and Leisure Time Products now recall Backyard Discovery Big Brutus, Little Brutus and Mini Brutus Metal Swing Sets. The swing hanger attachment ism defective and the swing may disconnect from the top tube leading to a child falling and sustaining an injury.  About 9,000 of these swings were sold in the US and 270 were sold in Canada online at Amazon.com, backyarddiscovery.com, Homedepot.com, Lowes.com Wayfair.com, among others.  Stop using these swings and contact Leisure Time Products at 1-800-856-4445 or online at backyarddiscovery.com to receive a free repair kit.   https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/Leisure-Time-Products-Recalls-Brutus-Swing-Sets-Due-to-Injury-Hazard-Recall-Alert   #swing #defectiveattachment #falls #recall  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/MHMadmBr0q8 Today’s medical discoveries that point to future therapy. New developments for:   4D Printing Spinal Scaffolds Ultrasound Neuromodulation Needle-Free Blood Glucose Testing s Electrical Glue For Blood Vessels Micro Ultrasound Speedy Wound Healing   All this on  Medicine of the Future.   Spinal fusion is a common procedure, but when a bone autograft is unavailable or fails, an artificial scaffold is needed.  Enter 4D printing using collagen-hydroxyapatite ink that permits natural bony ingrowth and vascularization.  A South Korean team is perfecting this process that not may not only work with bone but also with other tubular structures including muscle, tendons, and nerve.  By the way, what’s the 4th dimension after width, length, and height.  It’s TIME as the 3D printed prosthesis evolves with the entry of living cells.   A key to treatment of neurologic disorders including Parkinson’s is neuromodulation, the precise delivery of a stimulus to affected nerves using elect

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/R2F2OSytgGI   A new nanoparticle-based vaccine stimulates protective antibodies to the British, South African, and Brazilian variants in addition to the original Chinese CoVid.  Immunologists from San Diego’s Scripps Research Institute and Philadelphia’s Temple University now describe it on the pre-publication server biorixiv.org.   Their vaccine is a highly immunogenic version of mutated CoVid spike protein attached to nanoparticles.   Testing in mice shows it induces high titers of protective antibody because the nanoparticles assure the continued persistence of CoVid antigen in the lymph node factories that manufacture protective antibodies.   This technology can lead the way to more powerful vaccines that finally squelch CoVid and prevent its mutation to ever more dangerous variants.   https://www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1101/2021.03.26.437274v2.full.pdf+html     #CoVid #vaccine #nanoparticle #variants  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/zOJBaUruPCY   Young women consuming more than two servings a day of sugar-sweetened drinks more than double their risk (2.2) of bowel cancer.  Public health researchers at St. Louis’ Washington University issue this warning after comparing the dietary records of 95,464 women participating in the Nurses’ Health Study.   The cancer risk escalates 16% for every extra sugary drink serving/day.  That risk doubles to 32% for those consuming an extra beverage during their teen years.   Conversely, eliminating that sugary drink in favor of coffee, milk, or diet drinks reduces the colon cancer risk from 17-36%.   Your bowels may not tolerate sugar well, but colon cancer feeds off it.   https://gut.bmj.com/content/early/2021/05/09/gutjnl-2020-323450   #cancer #sugar #softdrinks #colon  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/4O8J48ETm0U   Fifty-four percent of us have no idea what the label “BEST if used by” means and a whopping 76% don’t know the specific safety impact of the “USE by” label.  George Washington University and Johns Hopkins researchers studied the responses of 2,607 subjects confronted with common food labels.   “Best if used by” lists a date after which the taste, look, and smell of a given food will be less than satisfying.  The more important “Use by” date is used for a smaller number of foods including deli meats, soft cheeses, and prepared foods and is the date after which contaminating bacteria such as listeria and molds might be present.   https://www.jneb.org/article/S1499-4046(21)00091-9/fulltext   #foodlabelling #expiration #date #contamination #flavor  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/FIaupv65Q1s   Better adherence to the Mediterranean diet consisting of fish, monounsaturated fats including olive oil, beans, fruits, and vegetables is associated with a reduced risk of dementia.  German neurologists draw this conclusion from their study of 512 subjects looking at clinical, radiologic and biochemical indicators of brain health as a function of their dietary choices.   The 343 subjects at higher risk for Alzheimer’s had reduced cognitive function, more brain atrophy by MRI scanning, and elevated biomarkers for amyloid and tau degenerative proteins. Their diets reflected a greater and consistent deviation from the Mediterranean compared with the 169 healthy controls.   Avoiding  red meats, saturated fats, and abundant sugar keeps your brain healthy.   https://www.medrxiv.org/content/10.1101/2021.05.04.21256593v1.full.pdf+html   #dementia #alzheimers #Mediterranean #meat #fish #oliveoil  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/ILmDKzEneYE   More than 63% of CoVid patients surviving an ICU stay were diagnosed with sleep apnea.  Pulmonologists at the All India Institute of Medical Science report their analysis of 103 CoVid patients.   Of that number, 67 underwent a formal sleep study.  Of those studied, 65 or 97% met the criteria for clinically-significant sleep apnea.  Even more worrisome: 49/67 or 73% had moderate to severe sleep apnea.   Those discharged from the ICU after a CoVid bout require long-term followup to assess any multi-organ damage including that to their lungs.  Included in their assessment should be screening for possible sleep apnea.   https://www.medrxiv.org/content/10.1101/2021.05.04.21256593v1.full.pdf+html   #CoVid #apnea #icu  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/LLmUBaxZ1Mc   Moderna issues a preliminary report that their variant booster protects against both the South African and Brazilian variants.  Side-effects of this booster vaccine were mild.   In this small phase 1/2 trial, 60 participants received the mRNA-1273.351 booster.  Two weeks after the boost, all but one participant enjoyed an increase in protective titers against both variants and an antibody bump agains the original Wuhan strain.  The levels of both local and systemic side effects to the booster were on the order of those seen after the second Moderna shot.   More testing with various dosages of this booster vaccine are underway, but these initial results are promising indeed.   https://www.medrxiv.org/content/10.1101/2021.05.05.21256716v1.full-text   #moderna #booster #safrican #brazilian #variant #CoVid  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/v97MbXHcrX8   Women with heart attack symptoms are significantly less likely than men to receive timely therapy.  This the conclusion of an NYU study just presented at the American College of Cardiology’s spring scientific sessions.   Though women with chest pain arrived at the ED as quickly as men, they were less likely to be triaged as first priority emergencies, they waited for attention 11 minutes longe.  Women were less likely to undergo a timely EKG, less likely to begin cardiac monitoring, and less likely to have a timely cardiology consult.   FYI: potential heart attack victims should be seen and evaluated with an EKG within 10 minutes.  Don’t be put off ladies!   https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2021/05/210506105435.htm   #women #heartattack #ekg #delay #emergency  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/IjTcMb7aK-Y   The FDA and Bloommy, Inc are recalling Bloommy Biotin Collagen Keratin Capsules.  This product contains a fish allergen as part of the collagen-based ingredient.  The implicated lot includes the Best Buy date of 4/2023.  Those with an allergy to fish could develop a severe allergic reaction after consuming this product.  This product was sold on amazon.com.  Those who purchased this product with a fish allergy should dispose of the product and contact Bloommy at 1-860-495-3743 for a refund.   https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/bloommy-inc-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-fish-bloommy-biotin-collagen-keratin-capsules   #keratin #bloommy #fish #recall  

Recall On Natural Way Almond Butter Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/JrkhoNPpAp0   The FDA and Natural Way announce the recall of Natural Way Almond Butter.  This product contains undeclared peanuts.  Those with a peanut allergy could develop a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction after ingesting this almond butter.  If you purchased this product, return it to the point of purchase for a refund.  Questions should be addressed to Natural Way at 1-479-595-5660.   https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/natural-way-recalls-almond-butter-due-undeclared-peanuts   #almondbutter #peanuts #naturalway #recall  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/5grInjlHRZQ   The FDA and FritoLay recall Ruffles All Dressed Potato Chips.  This product contains undeclared milk.  Those with a milk allergy could develop a serious or fatal allergic reaction after ingesting these potato chips.  This product was sold in Sam’s Club warehouses in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia.  No other retailers received tainted product.  If you have a milk allergy, do not consume this product.  Return it to the place of purchase or destroy it.  For questions, call FritoLay at 1-800-352-4477.   https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/frito-lay-issues-voluntary-allergy-alert-undeclared-milk-ruffles-all-dressed-potato-chips   #potatochips #ruffles #fritolay #milk #recall  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/XAH5Nznh45I   The FDA and The Hershey Company are recalling Hershey’s Chocolate Shell Topping.  Some 1700 bottles of this product bearing the product code 25JSAS1 were mistakenly filled with Heath Shell Topping that contains almonds.  Those with an almond allergy could develop a life-threatening allergic reaction after ingesting this product.  If you have this product, do not consume it but rather contact Hershey’s Customer Service at 1-866-528-6848 for a full refund.   https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/hershey-voluntarily-recalls-hersheys-chocolate-shell-topping-due-undeclared-almonds   #chocolateshell #hersheys #almonds #recall  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/rfY58LFj7Zw   The FDA and Russ Davis Wholesale announce the recall of Crazy Fresh and Quick & Easy Veggie Pizza.  This product contains undeclared soy.  Those with a soy allergy could develop a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction after ingesting this pizza.  This product was sold in grocery stores in Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin.  Those with a soy allergy should not consume this product. Call Russ Davis Customer service at 1-877-433-2173 for information regarding a refund.   https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/russ-davis-wholesale-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-soy-veggie-pizza   #pizza #soy #recall  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/oqWojmrKQVY   The CPSC and Sauder Woodworking recall Sauder and Aliesha-May Counter-height Bar Stools.  The stool legs may begin to wobble over time creating a fall hazard.  About 3100 of these 2 stool pairs were sold online at Wayfair.com, ZOLA.com, CYMAX.com.  Stop using these stools and contact Sauder Woodworking at 1-866-218-8312 to arrange a full refund.   https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/Sauder-Woodworking-Recalls-Counter-Height-Bar-Stools-Due-to-Fall-Hazard   #stool #unstable #sauder #recall  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/4UfFfbc6vJs   The CPSC and LifeSeasons are recalling LifeSeasons Blood Nourish-R Iron Supplement.  This dietary supplement contains iron and must be sold in a child-resistant package to avoid possible poisoning.  About 7800 bottles were sold at health food stores nationwide and online at life seasons.com and amazon.com.  If you have this product in your home, immediately move it out of reach of children.  Call LifeSeasons at 1-877-455-2826 for instructions regarding product return and refund.   https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/UST-Recalls-Bottles-of-LifeSeasons-Blood-Nourish-R-Due-to-Failure-to-Meet-Child-Resistant-Packaging-Requirement-Risk-of-Poisoning   #lifeseasons #iron #supplement #childproof #packaging #poisoning #recall  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/GzACVYsgPFI   The CPSC and Pentair Water Pool and Spa now recall StaRite and Mastertemp Pool Heaters.  A gas connection in the heater may leak a combustible air-gas mixture leading to a fire hazard and burns.  About 4700 heaters were sold in the US.  If you have one of these heaters, stop using it and contact Pentair Water Pool and Spa at 1-800-831-7133 to arrange a free repair.   https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/Pool-Heaters-Recalled-by-Pentair-Water-Pool-and-Spa-Due-to-Fire-Hazard   #heater #pool #pentair #fire #burns #recall  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/U_ttL4Fhed8   The CPSC and American Honda are recalling Honda CRF450R Off-Road Motorcycles.  The cycle’s drive chain may break while in use and cause the cycle to suddenly slow and stop leading to a crash and rider injuries.  About 536 of these motorcycles were sold nationwide.  Stop using this recalled off-road motorcycle and contact your authorized Honda Powersports dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair.  Additional information is available from American Honda at 1-866-784-1870.   https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/Off-Road-Motorcycles-Recalled-by-American-Honda-Due-to-Crash-and-Injury-Hazards-Recall-Alert   #motorcycle #offroad #honda #chain #crash #recall