Dr. Howard Smith Oncall

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  • Duration: 130:17:54
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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

  • Thanksgiving Health & Safety Reminders

    24/11/2025 Duration: 09min

    Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DRYGS8GjpH_/Food Safety1. If you’re planning on turkey, thaw your frozen turkey safely • In the refrigerator 24 hours per 4–5 lbs • Never leave the uncooked turkey on the bare counter — bacteria grow quickly at room temp. 2. Don’t wash your turkey • Washing spreads bacteria around the kitchen.3. Cook your turkey to a safe internal temperature • Use your thermometer probe to check that your turkey’s internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) in three places: thickest part of breast, thigh, and wing joint.4. Keep any raw and cooked foods separate • Separate cutting boards for meats and produce.5. Follow the 2-hour refrigeration rule • Refrigerate leftovers at 40 degrees F or below within 2 hours to avoid bacterial growth.6. Reheat leftovers properly • Heat to 165°F before serving.General Health & Wellness7. Watch your portion sizes as you scoop that stuffing and mashed potatoes onto your plates. Over-abundant meals can strain your digestive tract, exacerbate gastroesopha

  • Chef Brand 24cm Milk Pans Contain Toxic Lead

    22/11/2025 Duration: 40s

    Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DRYFHJFl2gi/These pans were sold at retail locations in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Maryland, Virginia, and Massachusetts.Stop cooking with this pan and return immediately to the store where it was purchased for a full refund. For questions or concerns, call Shata Traders Inc. at 1-718-369-7000.https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/shata-traders-inc-recalls-chef-brand-milk-pan-24cm-because-possible-health-risk#chef #milkpan #lead #poison #recall

  • Prime Food Brand Lava Buns Contain Undeclared Milk

    22/11/2025 Duration: 01min

    Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DRYEgOeFCW7/The recall includes Lava Buns with Salted Egg Yolk and Lava Buns with Green Tea Flavor with lot code range 25092 through 25318. Those with an allergy to milk could develop a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction should they consume this product.  These buns were sold in Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, Nebraska, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin from April 2 through November 14, 2025.Return these buns to the place of purchase along with the uneaten product and the packaging to receive a full refund. If you have questions, contact Prime Food Processing LLC at 1-718-963-2323.https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/prime-food-processing-llc-issues-allergy-alert-undecl

  • MoonSoll and Magic Chems Fuel Bottles Are Fire Hazards

    22/11/2025 Duration: 01min

    Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DRYD0OSjN8l/These ethanol and bioethanol bottles, sold in 500-milliliter and 1000-milliliter sizes, lack flame-mitigation devices required under federal law and falsely claim to be “non-toxic.” These issues create a serious flash-fire hazard that can lead to severe injury or death.About 18,200 bottles were sold at amazon.com from May through July 2025.Stop using these fuel bottles, keep them out of reach of children, and contact Demlar 1-943-212-3054 or via the email info@demlar.com for a full refund. To receive the refund, write “Do not use” and your Amazon order number on the container with a permanent marker, then email a photo of the labeled bottle to Demlar at the email I mentioned. Then take the container to your local hazardous-waste disposal center.https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Demlar-Recalls-MoonSoll-and-Magic-Chems-Fuel-Bottles-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Flash-Fire-Violates-Mandatory-Standard-for-Portable-Fuel-Containers-and-FHSA-Labeling-Re

  • Little Partners Grow ’N Stow Folding Learning Tower Collapses

    22/11/2025 Duration: 01min

    https://www.instagram.com/p/DRYCEy-D19j/The platform inside the these towers collapses and creates a fall hazard for young children. Affected is model number LP01711 with date codes 202409 through 202501.About 9,780 towers were sold nationwide at Walmart stores and online through Walmart, Amazon, LittlePartners, Etsy, Wayfair, GoodbyeGear, BuyBuyBaby, and BedBathAndBeyond websites from December 2024 through September 2025.Stop allowing your children to play on these towers and keep them away from your kids. Contact Little Partners at 1-800-704-9058 or via the email recall@LittlePartners.com to receive a free repair kit or for more information about this recall. The kit includes a new crossbar with pin tabs and installation instructions.https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Little-Partners-Recalls-Childrens-Grow-N-Stow-Folding-Learning-Towers-Due-to-Fall-Hazard#littlepartners #playtower #collapse #injury #children #recall

  • Jeni’s Passion Fruit Dreamsicle Ice Cream Bars Have Undeclared Wheat And Soy

    19/11/2025 Duration: 56s

    Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DRNse4dDY1S/Those with allergies to wheat, gluten, and or soy or who have celiac disease  could develop a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction should they consume this product. This recall affects the batch with lot number 25-210.The product was sold nationwide in grocery stores. If you or family members have wheat or soy allergies, you should return these creamsicles to the place of purchase for a full refund. For more information, contact Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams at 1-614-488-3224 or via the email contact@jenis.com.https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/jenis-splendid-ice-cream-voluntarily-recalls-passion-fruit-dreamsicle-ice-cream-bars-due-undeclared#jeni #icecream #creamsicles #passionfruit #wheat #soy #allergy #recall

  • Food To Live Organic Moringa Leaf Powder and Organic Supergreens Powder Mix Have Salmonella Contamination

    18/11/2025 Duration: 01min

    Salmonella can cause serious and sometimes fatal gastrointestinal and systemic infections in young children, elderly persons, and others with weakened immune systems. The affected lot includes all packages with lot codes starting with “SO-69006” and ending with “SO-72558.”These recalled products were sold in the US through retail and wholesale channels as well as online at the Food To Live website and on Amazon.com, Walmart.com, Target.com, Etsy.com, and eBay.com.Do not consume these powders but return then to the place of purchase for a full refund. For online purchases, consumers can contact Food To Live at 1-718-717-1029 or via the email recall@foodtolive.com to arrange a refund or replacement.https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/food-live-voluntarily-recalls-organic-moringa-products-because-possible-health-risk#foodtolive ##moringa #greens #powder #salmonella #infection #recall

  • Face Rock Creamery’s Vampire Slayer Garlic Cheddar Has Listeria Contamination

    18/11/2025 Duration: 01min

    Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DRNqjoLEUDA/Listeria causes a severe and sometimes fatal systemic infection in the very young, older frail individuals, and those with weakened immune systems.  Listeria can also trigger miscarriages and stillbirths. The affected lot includes 16 six-ounce units with a use-by date of 11/04/26.About 16 units were sold exclusively at the Face Rock’s flagship store in Bandon, Oregon between November 10th and 13th, 2025.Do not consume this product but return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. For more information, call Face Rock Creamery at 1-541-347-3223 or use the email info@facerockcreamery.com.https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/face-rock-creamery-llc-recalls-6oz-vampire-slayer-garlic-cheddar-because-possible-health-risk#facerock #cheddar #listeria #infection #recall

  • Zippee Activity Toys Having Strings That Choke

    18/11/2025 Duration: 01min

    Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DRNp4XbjqJk/These toys have silicone strings with spherical ends that can reach the back of a child’s throat and choke.About 117,500 of these toys were sold in the US. and about 25,786 were sold in Canada at Amazon.com, PlayMobi.com, on other online platforms, and in specialty toy stores from November 2019 through January 2024.Take these toys away from children. Contact Mobi Games via the email recall@playmobi.com to obtain a full refund. To receive the refund, you must register the product online at playmobi.com, confirm that its strings have spherical ends, and email a photo of the destroyed toy missing the spherical ends with with your initials and the date on the teal cylinder.https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Zippee-Silicone-Activity-Toys-Recalled-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Choking-Violates-Mandatory-Standard-for-Toys-Imported-by-Mobi-Games#zippee #siliconestring #choke #recall

  • Trek and Electra-branded Bicycles Have Defective Brakes

    18/11/2025 Duration: 01min

    Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DRNpNq1EaxT/These bike models and replacement wheels have coaster brakes that fail to engage leading to crashes and injuries to riders and bystanders.About 68,000 bicycles and replacement wheels were sold in the US and about 6,820 were sold in Canada at Trek and Electra authorized retailers nationwide and online at Trek.com from August 2023 through September 2025.Stop riding these recalled bicycles and their replacement rear wheels. To obtain a free repair, contact an authorized Trek or Electra dealer to schedule the service. For more information, contact Trek at 1-800-373-4594 or visit the company online at trekbikes.com and click on “Recall” to access a lookup tool to check whether your bike or wheel is included.https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Trek-Recalls-Bicycles-with-Coaster-Brakes-and-Replacement-Rear-Wheels-Due-to-Crash-Hazard#trek #electra #bicycles #brakes #crash #injuries #recall

  • Great Lakes Select Button Cell and Coin Batteries Are Not Child-Safe

    18/11/2025 Duration: 01min

    Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DRNocT-kVO7/These batteries are not sold in child-resistant packaging and do not include the warning labels required under Reese’s Law. If swallowed, button cell or coin batteries cause severe internal burns and sometimes death.About 32,600 battery packages were sold in the US at Downeast Wholesalers Renys, International Wholesale, Lots & More, Northwoods Wholesale Outlet, a Ben Franklin store in Tennessee, and other retailers nationwide from September 2024 through August 2025.If you bought these battery packs, store them out of reach of children. To obtain a full refund, contact Great Lakes Wholesale International at 1-708-597-6000 or by emailing Recall@Glwholesale.com. Do not throw these button cell and coin batteries in the trash or regular recycling. Take them to your local hazardous waste disposal center.https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Great-Lakes-Wholesale-International-Recalls-Select-Battery-Packs-Due-to-Battery-Ingestion-Violates-Federal-Statute-for-Child-Re

  • Belkin Portable Power Banks and Wireless Charging Stands Overheat

    18/11/2025 Duration: 02min

    Vids: https://www.instagram.com/p/DRNnqc7DUvi/Their lithium-ion batteries overheat and create serious fire and burn hazards. Affected are model numbers MMA008 charging stands with serial numbers starting with 57X, BPB002 power banks with serial numbers starting with 35S, and all PB0003. About 83,500 powerbanks  were sold in the US, and about 2,385 were sold in Canada at Best Buy, Target, Walmart, and other retailers, and online at Belkin.com, Amazon.com, and Tiktok from August 2020 through August 2025.Stop recharging and using these power banks and charging stands right away. To obtain a refund or store credit and for more information, contact Belkin at 1-800-223-5546 or via the appropriate email MMA008recall@belkin.com or BPB002recall@belkin.com.  You’ll be asked to submit photos of the front and back of the product along with a recall submission form. A full refund will be provided with a receipt; without a receipt you will receive the average sales price. You’ll also have the option of choosing a Belkin st

  • Tesla Powerwall 2 AC Battery Power Systems Overheat

    18/11/2025 Duration: 01min

    Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DRNmLRojakQ/The lithium-ion battery cells in these units can fail during normal use leading to overheating, ignition, fire, and burn hazards.About 10,500 of these defective were sold online at Tesla.com/powerwall and through certified Tesla installers nationwide in the US from November 2020 through December 2022.After checking that your Powerwall 2 system is online, consult your Tesla App to see if you unit is part of the recall. Tesla has already remotely discharged affected powerwalls that are online to prevent them from overheating until a replacement can be installed. If your system is involved, you will receive information in the app on how to proceed and how replacements will be arranged at no cost. For more information, contact Tesla at 1-877-961-7652 or via the email powerwallsupportna@tesla.com.https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Tesla-Recalls-Powerwall-2-AC-Battery-Power-Systems-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death#tesla #powerwall #overhea

  • Snow Fruit Peach Salsa Has Listeria Contamination

    15/11/2025 Duration: 01min

    Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DREh827Fxk4/Listeria can cause fever, muscle aches, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea in the very young, in older individuals, and in those with immune system suppression. It can also trigger miscarriages and stillbirths. A large number of lots are affected, and I will show the list on the screen for you to review.  The affected lot numbers include CBMA341, DAL065, KH366, LV376, CBMA388, DAL088, KH367, LV394, CBMA506, DAL091, KH371, LV396, CBMA512, DAL096, KH389, LV397, CBMA593, DAL302, KH733, LV402, CBMA617, DAL318, KH738, LV713, CBMA819, DAL319, KH739, LV714, CBMA847, FM156, KH748, LV717, CBMA851, FM286, KMA209, LV718, CBMA881, FRYS615, KMA316, LV729, CBMA920, FRYS667, KMA334, LV734, CDMA411, FRYS698, KMA359, LV739, CDMA426, KD213, KMA401, LV744, CDMA435, KD546, KMA402, LV764, CDMA439, KD576, KMA504, LV776, CDMA468, KD584, KMA525, LV779, CDMA475, KD585, KMA554, LV785, CDMA482, KD594, KMA772, MI419, CDMA492, KD596, KS011, MI441, CDMA741, KD689, KS033, MI487, CDMA754, KH115,

  • SiluetaYa TejocoteRoot Dietary Supplement Contains Poisonous Yellow Oleander

    15/11/2025 Duration: 46s

    Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DREhWELgCHO/Yellow Oleander contains toxic cardiac glycosides that can trigger severe or fatal neurological, gastrointestinal, and cardiovascular consequences.art rhythm.The recalled product was sold online in 8-ounce containers. Immediately stop using this Tejocote Root supplement and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. For more information, contact SiluetaYa at contacto@siluetaya.com.https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/siluetaya-recalls-tejocote-product-because-possible-health-risk#SiluetaYa #tejocote #root #yellowoleander #poison #recall

  • Africa Imports Organic Moringa Leaf Powder Has Salmonella Contamination

    15/11/2025 Duration: 59s

    Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DREg4PclH7O/Salmonella can cause serious and sometimes fatal gastrointestinal and systemic infections in young children, elderly persons, and others with weakened immune systems.   The affected product is packaged in one-kilogram boxes and purchased after June 5, 2025.The powder was sold nationwide through the company’s website, africaimports.com.Stop using this recalled Moringa powder and dispose of it. For more information and possible refunds, contact Africa Imports at 1-201-457-1995 extension 236 or by email at africa@africaimports.com.https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/africa-imports-issues-voluntary-recall-organic-moringa-leaf-powder-due-potential-salmonella#africaimports #moringapowder #salmonella #infection #recall

  • Blue Oven Bakery English Muffins Have Undeclared Milk

    15/11/2025 Duration: 01min

    Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DREgPC9jwcw/The affected muffins, sold in 13-ounce sealed plastic bags, were baked between April 24 and October 24, 2025. These muffins were sold in Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana. Specific locations include Harvest Market in Milford, Country Fresh Market and European Café in Cincinnati, Kremer’s Market in Crescent Springs, and Back Alley Mercantile in Lawrenceburg. Do not eat these affected English muffins but return them to the place of purchase. For more information, contact Blue Oven Bakery at 1-513-706-0901 or via the email blueovencustomerservice@gmail.com.https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/blue-oven-bakery-inc-issues-voluntary-recall-due-undeclared-milk-allergens-their-english-muffin#blueovenbakery #englishmuffins #milk #allergy #recall

  • ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula and Anywhere Packets Transmit Botulism

    15/11/2025 Duration: 01min

    Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DREfpaaDUA0/The ByHeart company announces that 24-ounce cans and 0.6-ounce Anywhere Pack packets are contaminated with Clostridium botulinum. The affected batches are 251261P2 and 251131P2, both with a “Use By” date of December 1, 2026.All batches of ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula and Anywhere Pack™ are being recalled nationwide across the US. The decision follows an ongoing FDA and CDC investigation into a broader outbreak of infant botulism cases.Immediately stop using this baby formula and dispose of it. If your infant shows any signs of botulism including undue constipation, poor feeding, weak cry, or difficulty breathing, seek emergency medical care.For questions about the recall or refunds, email hello@byheart.com or call 1-833-429-4327.https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/byheart-broadens-voluntary-recall-while-investigation-continues#byheart #babyformula ##clostridium #botulism #recall

  • Peloton Original Series Bike+ Model PL02 Can Dump You

    15/11/2025 Duration: 01min

    Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DREfF2XDXqe/ This bike’s seat post assembly breaks creating risks of falls and injuries to riders. The affected model is number PL02 with serial numbers beginning in the letter “T.”About 833,000 of these exercise bikes were sold in the US through Peloton and Dick’s Sporting Goods stores as well as online at onepeloton.com, ebay.com, Amazon.com, and Dickssportinggoods.com, between January 2020 and April 2025.Stop using these recalled exercise bikes and contact Peloton at 1-866-679-9129 for a free seat post repair kit that can be self-installed. For additional information, click on support.onepeloton.com.https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Peloton-Recalls-Original-Series-Bike-Exercise-Bikes-Due-to-Fall-and-Injury-Hazards#peloton #bicycle #seat #falls #recall

  • Kirkland Signature Valdobbiadene Prosecco DOCG Wine Bottles Break

    15/11/2025 Duration: 01min

    Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DREeguLj_Qe/These glass bottles break or shatter creating risks of serious cuts and lacerations. The affected item is Costco Item Number 1879870. About 941,400 bottles were sold at Costco stores across the US, including Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, Nebraska, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin, between April and August 2025.Do not attempt to open these recalled prosecco bottles. Contact Ethica Wines at 1-786-810-7132 or by email at customercare@ethicawines.com for instructions about a full refund from Costco. Then, safely discard your bottle in your household trash.https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/F-F-Fine-Wines-Recalls-Kirkland-Signature-Valdobbiadene-Prosecco-DOCG-Bottles-sold-by-Costco-Due-to-Laceration-Hazard#costco #ethicawine #prosecco #bottle #laceration #recall

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