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Dr. Howard Smith Reports
Hosted by Howard G. Smith MD, AM · EN
Howard G. Smith MD, AM has been reporting health and wellness news for more than 40 years on radio and via podcasts. Harvard Medical School, MD; Harvard University, AM, Immunology; former Medical Editor, WBZ-AM, Boston. Website: http://www.drhowardsmith.com Email: drhowardsmith.reports@gmail.com
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Dog Food Contains Unsafe Vitamin D Levels
1w ago00:01:21Tap to summarizeVidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/Da1JVmVsufJ/Dogs consuming excessive Vitamin D can develop vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, weakness, lethargy, reduced growth, weight loss, and kidney damage. Puppies receiving insufficient Vitamin D over several weeks may develop rickets, bone deformities, swollen joints, and lameness. Affected: Breeder’s Edge® Foster Care® Canine Milk Replacers, Shelter’s Choice® Canine Milk Replacers, and Breeder’s Edge® Foster Care® GM (Goat Milk) Milk Replacers with Best By dates ranging from May 22, 2026 through February 5, 2028. These recalled products were sold through online retailers and retail pet stores.Stop feeding these recalled products to dogs immediately. Contact Revival Animal Health at 1-877-870-4059 to return the products for a full refund. Pet owners whose dogs have consumed the affected products and are showing symptoms should contact their veterinarian. References on my website.#Recall #PetFoodRecall #DogHealth #VitaminD #PetSafety
Transcribe →High Valley Orchard Chocolate Covered Raisins Contain Undeclared Peanuts
1w ago00:01:02Tap to summarizeVidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/Da1It8kOau1/Those with a peanut allergy or severe sensitivity are at risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume the product. Affected: 15-ounce packages, Lot Number 0160933, Best By Date: January 23, 2027.A total of 624 packages were sold through Albertson’s retail stores between May 18, 2026 and June 25, 2026.Do not consume this recalled product if you have a peanut allergy or sensitivity. Discard the product or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. For additional information, contact Lehi Valley Trading Company at 1-480-962-5017.References on my website.#Recall #FoodRecall #AllergyAlert #PeanutAllergy #FoodSafety
Transcribe →TNVitamins Organic Moringa Products Have Salmonella Contamination
1w ago00:01:09Tap to summarizeVidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/Da1IJB8p--H/Salmonella can cause serious or fatal infections, especially in young children, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems. Affected: Organic Moringa Capsules (Product #AB9917), Lot 2800, Exp. 2/2028 and Organic Moringa Powder (Product #AB9904), Lot 2782, Exp. 5/2028.These recalled products were sold through Amazon, Walmart, TikTok Shop, Target, and the TNVitamins website.Do not consume, sell, or serve the recalled products. Dispose of the affected products immediately. For additional information and refunds, contact Total Nutrition Inc. at customerservice@tnvitamins.com. References on my website.#Recall #FoodRecall #Salmonella #SupplementRecall #ConsumerAlert
Transcribe →La Ceiba Foods Latin Market Inc. Cottage cheese and Ricotta-style Cheese Products Contaminated with Listeria
1w ago00:01:24Tap to summarizeVidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/Da1HX6_BMpa/This bacterium 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. Affected brands: La Colonia Requesón Salvadoreño Soft Ricotta Cheese; Selectos Latinos Requesón Salvadoreño Ricotta Style Salvadorean Cheese; Selectos Latinos Requesón Mexicano Mexican Cottage Cheese; and Clover Hill Bucket of Requesón; with an expiration date of July 10, 2026.The recalled cottage cheese products were sold at supermarkets, retail stores, and restaurants in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C.You should not eat, sell, or serve these recalled products. Return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. For additional information, contact La Ceiba Foods Latin Market Inc. at 1-240-528-8850 ext. 327.References on my website.#Recall45 #FoodRecall #Listeria #CottageCheese #FoodSafety
Transcribe →Bakr Brown Butter Chocolate Chunk Ready to Bake Cookie Dough Contains Undeclared Soy
1w ago00:01:08Tap to summarizeVidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/Da1GsE4uXkB/S’mores cookie dough containing soy had been mistakenly packaged in Brown Butter Chocolate Chunk pouches due to a temporary packaging process issue. Those with an allergy or severe sensitivity to soy are at risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume the product. Affected: Lot Number 2606022.This recalled frozen cookie dough was sold at Target stores in Southern California, Southern Nevada, Arizona, and Utah beginning June 11, 2026.Do not consume theisrecalled product if you have a soy allergy or sensitivity. Return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. For additional information, contact Bear Stewart LLC at 1-800-697-BEAR. References on my website.#Recall #FoodRecall #AllergyAlert #SoyAllergy #FoodSafety
Transcribe →Eunha Fisheries Frozen Sliced Korean Halibut and Flounder Sashimi Products Contain Undeclared Allergens
1w ago00:01:24Tap to summarizeVidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/Da1F8H_tR7c/The soy sauce and vinegar red pepper paste packets sold with this fish product contains undeclared wheat, soy, and sesame. People with allergies or severe sensitivities to these ingredients are at risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions. Affected: Sliced Korean Halibut with Soy Sauce, Wasabi, Vinegar Chili Paste — Best Before Dates: 2026.05.07, 2026.07.11, and 2026.12.08.The recalled products were sold at retail stores, via direct delivery, and with online sales.Do not consume this recalled product if you have an allergy or sensitivity to wheat, soy, or sesame. Discard the products or return them to the place of purchase. For additional information, contact Eunha Fisheries Co., Ltd. via the email hyeonjung.min@eeunha.com. References on my website.#Recall #FoodRecall #AllergyAlert #FoodSafety #ConsumerAlert
Transcribe →Eunha Fisheries Frozen Sliced Korean Halibut and Flounder Sashimi Products Contain Undeclared Allergens
1w ago00:01:24Tap to summarizeVidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/Da1F8H_tR7c/The soy sauce and vinegar red pepper paste packets sold with this fish product contains undeclared wheat, soy, and sesame. People with allergies or severe sensitivities to these ingredients are at risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions. Affected: Sliced Korean Halibut with Soy Sauce, Wasabi, Vinegar Chili Paste — Best Before Dates: 2026.05.07, 2026.07.11, and 2026.12.08.The recalled products were sold at retail stores, via direct delivery, and with online sales.Do not consume this recalled product if you have an allergy or sensitivity to wheat, soy, or sesame. Discard the products or return them to the place of purchase. For additional information, contact Eunha Fisheries Co., Ltd. via the email hyeonjung.min@eeunha.com. References on my website.#Recall #FoodRecall #AllergyAlert #FoodSafety #ConsumerAlert
Transcribe →Oribe Serene Scalp Densifying Shampoo Has Bacterial Contamination
1w ago00:01:11Tap to summarizeVidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/Da1FYirN7OW/This shape is contaminated with Pluralibacter bacteria. This bacterium poses little medical risk to healthy individuals, but those with weakened immune systems are in danger. Affected: 8.5 oz bottles with Lot Code YR010556; 33.8 oz bottles with Lot Codes YR010566 and YR010576 all manufactured between February 21, 2026 and February 26, 2026.Stop using this affected shampoo immediately. Contact Kao USA at 1-800-333-2442 or via the email oribecomplaints@kao.com to arrange for a replacement or to report any adverse events.References on my website.#Recall #ProductSafety #HairCare #ShampooRecall #ConsumerAlert
Transcribe →ALDI Brand Fusia Asian Inspirations Kimchi & Tofu Kimbap Contain Undeclared Fish
1w ago00:01:18Tap to summarizeVidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/Da1EraJJAv-/This product may contain undeclared tunafish. People with an allergy or severe sensitivity to tuna or other fish are at risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume the product. Affected: Best If Used By Date: OCT.08.2027. This recalled product was sold at ALDI stores in Connecticut, Washington, D.C., Delaware, Louisiana, Maryland, Maine, Massachusetts, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Vermont, and West Virginia.Do not consume this recalled product if you have a fish allergy or sensitivity. Return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. For additional information, contact Gellert Global Group at 1-908-351-8000 or fsqaincidents@gellertglobalgroup.com.References on my website.#Recall #FoodRecall #AllergyAlert #FishAllergy #ALDI
Transcribe →Frozen GreenWise Organic IQF Blueberries Have E. coli Contamination
1w ago00:01:25Tap to summarizeVidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/Da0_fNXJ9Hg/These blueberries contain a toxin-producing strain of E. coli that can cause severe stomach cramps, bloody diarrhea, and vomiting. While most people recover within a week, some, especially young children, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems, can develop hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), a serious complication that can lead to kidney failure. Affected: Lot Code 60401 with Best By Date: February 9, 2028.The recalled blueberries were sold at Publix stores in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia.Do not eat these recalled blueberries. Check your freezer for the affected product and either discard it or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. For additional information, contact Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.A. at 1-336-899-5612 or Info.foodsafety@comfrut.com. References on my website.#Recall #FoodRecall #Blueberries #EColi #FoodSafety
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