Dr. Howard Smith Oncall

Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DF_BqxIPSwa/Those in the hot-and-heavy dating scene should know that post-exposure prophylaxis with the antibiotic doxycycline, called, Doxy-PEP, cuts the STD incidence rates by 70-80%.   Infectious disease investigators in Boston and San Francisco studied data from 11,551 participants mean age 40 and 95% male with a high risk for contracting sexually transmitted disease.The Doxy-PEP cut the risk of a chlamydia infection by 79% and the risk of syphilis by 80%, but the risk of gonorrhea by only 12%.  The Doxy-PEP failed to better protect against gonorrhea due to causative bacterial resistance to the antibiotic.While Doxy-PEP is currently highly effective, that could rapidly change.  Antibiotic resistance to the prevalent bacteria that cause these diseases could increase at any time.https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamainternalmedicine/fullarticle/2828994#std #chlamydia #syphilis #gonorrhea

Vidcast:https://www.instagram.com/p/DF_AxX3RDOw/Regularly consuming hot dogs and bacon could increase your chances of developing dementia by 13%. Eating those steaks consistently leads to a 16% higher risk of cognitive decline.  A new study by researchers from Mass General Brigham and the Harvard School of Public Health followed more than 133,000 (133,771) individuals for up to 43 years.As few as two slices of bacon consumed regularly accelerates your cognitive aging by 1.6 years and triggers a cognitive decline that is an early marker of dementia.  Why?  Saturated fats, salt, and a gut-derived compound called TMAO, trimethylamine N-oxide, are the brain-damaging culprits.The good news.  Substituting fish, nuts, or legumes for the franks, bacon, and t-bones could reduce your dementia risk by 19%.https://www.massgeneralbrigham.org/en/about/newsroom/press-releases/red-meat-increases-risk-of-dementiahttps://www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/WNL.0000000000210286#dementia #redmeat #bacon #hotdogs #tmao

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DFgLPUUO7CK/ Recording CPSC and FDA recall reports. 1/29/25.   CPSC Teckwe Hair Dryer Brushes  Giant Mouse Folding Knives  Duluth Children’s Pajama Sets  NQDTPBOR Helmets Vornado Room Heaters WorkPro Office Chairs  Samurai Smoke Alarms Polaris Off-Road Vehicles Northern Tool Shop Stools Lexmark Printers FDA Monkey Spit Barbecue Sauces  Prepared Monkfish Liver  Pearl Milling Pancake Mix  Paras Golden RaisinsColussi Chocolate Cookies  Shirakiku Corn Curry Puffs

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DFgKG4LNYn3/ Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc. has recalled Shirakiku brand Curvee Puffs Corn Puff Snack Curry Flavor.  This snack contains to undeclared milk and is a danger to those with a milk allergy  This snack was sold in Alaska, Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, Nebraska, New Jersey, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin.  It was also exported to Mexico. Stop eating this recalled snack food and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.  For additional information, contact Wismettac Asian Foods at recall@wismettacusa.com. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/wismettac-asian-foods-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-milk-curvee-puffs-corn-pu

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DFgJigPpkBJ/ D. Coluccio & Sons now recall Colussi Cantuccini Chocolate Drops cookies, lot numbers 3540152 and L354150. These cookies contain undeclared almond, and those with an allergy to almonds could develop a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction should they consume this product. Stop munching on these recalled cookies and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.  For more information, contact D. Coluccio & Sons at 1-718-436-6700 or via the email customerservice@dcoluccioandsons.com. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/d-coluccio-sons-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-almonds-colussi-cantuccini-chocolate-drops-cookies #coluccio #chocolate #cookies #almonds #allergy #recall

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DFgI_Sfu6Sz/ Apna Wholesale Inc now recalls Paras Premium Golden Raisins. The raisins contain undeclared sulfur dioxide.  Those sensitive and allergic to sulfites risk severe or life-threatening allergic reactions should they consume this product. These sulfite- bearing raisins were sold in New York and Massachusetts at Apna Bazar Farmers Market retail stores. Do not consume these recalled raisins but return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. For more information, contact Apna Wholesale at 1-516-807-4555. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/apna-wholesale-issues-alert-undeclared-sulfites-paras-premium-golden-raisins #para #raisins #apna #sulfites #allergy #recall

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DFgIg7Wsu8q/ The Quaker Oats Company is recalling its Pearl Milling Company Original Pancake & Waffle Mix, lots labeled as BBD SEP 13 25 P.  These packages contain undeclared milk. Those with an allergy to milk could develop a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction should they consume this product.  This recalled pancake/waffle mix was sold in: Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Minnesota, Mississippi, Nebraska, Utah, and Wisconsin. Stop using the product and discard it.   For questions and a refund, contact Quaker Consumer Relations at 1-800-407-2247. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/quaker-issues-limited-recall-undeclared-milk-pearl-milling-company-original-pancake-waffle-mix #quaker #pearlmilling #pancake #waffle #mix #milk #allergy #recall

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DFgH3b3vL3O/ New York Mutual Trading Co., Inc. now recalls its Prepared Monkfish Liver due to undeclared milk allergens.  Individuals with milk allergies risk a serious or life-threatening reaction. The product was sold in Florida, Georgia, Maryland, New Jersey, and New York, primarily through restaurants and some retail stores. Stop using this product and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.  For additional information, call New York Mutual Trading Co. at 1-213-626-9458 or email the company at la.foodsafetygrp@mutual.us. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/mutual-trading-co-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-milk-prepared-monkfish-liver #newyorkmutual #monkfish #milk #allergy #recall

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DFgHTffJ0_T/ Monkey Spit, LLC now recalls Monkey Mop BBQ Sauce, Best by 11/07/2026A, Swamp Mob BBQ Sauce, Best By 12/13/2025A, and Atomic Mop BBQ Sauce, Best by 03/19/2026D.  These barbecue sauces contain undeclared milk, soy, or wheat with a serious or life-threatening threat to individuals with allergies to these ingredients.  Immediately stop using these products and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.  For more information, call Monkey Spit at 1-714-514-8445 or email the company at karen@monkeyspithotsauce.com. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/monkey-spit-llc-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-milkwheatsoy-monkey-spit-bbq-sauces #monkeyspit #bbq #sauce #allergy #milk #soy #wheat #recall

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DFgGzXmN1Ye/ Lexmark International now recalls its Lexmark specialty printers, models MS725dvn and MX725adve.  The printer can overheat with fire and burn hazards. About 43,510 units were sold in the United States and 4,000 were sold in Canada online at lexmark.com, CDW Logistics, Tech Data Product Management Inc., and Insight Direct USA Inc. between June 2018 and November 2024. Immediately stop using these recalled printers and contact Lexmark  at 1-866-470-1574 or email safety@lexmark.com for a free repair part that addresses the issue. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/Lexmark-International-Recalls-Specialty-Printers-Due-to-Fire-Hazard #lexmark #printers #overheating #fires #burns #recall

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DFgGOunO-5H/ Northern Tool + Equipment now recalls its Northern Tool Adjustable Swivel Shop Stools with Backrests, model number 20230 with the “NT” logo on the seat. The welded connection between the seat base and stool post breaks leading to falls and injuries. About 51,770 units were sold in the United States with an additional 34 in Canada. The stools were sold nationwide at Northern Tool + Equipment stores and online at NorthernTool.com, Amazon.com, Walmart.com, and eBay.com from September 2020 through June 2023. Stop using the recalled stools and contact Northern Tool + Equipment at 1-888-518-0342 for a free replacement. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/Northern-Tool-Equipment-Recalls-Adjustable-Swivel-Shop-Stools-with-Backrests-Due-to-Fall-Hazard #northerntool #stool #fracture #falls #injuries #recall

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DFgFusJMKYy/ Polaris Industries is recalling Model Year 2024-2025 Ranger XD 1500 and Crew XD 1500 recreational off-road vehicles (ROVs).  These vehicles have door handles that stick allowing the door to open unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion. These unsafe doors create a risk of crashes and injuries when an unrestrained rider is ejected. About 4,200 ROVs and 393 replacement doors are affected in the US with about 291 additional units in Canada. Stop riding these recalled vehicles and inspect the door handles following instructions provided by Polaris to all registered owners. If your vehicle is affected, contact Polaris at 1-800-765-2747 or via the email owner.Connections@polaris.com for free repairs snd replacement door handles. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/Polaris-Industries-Recalls-Model-Year-2024-2025-Ranger-XD-1500-and-Crew-XD-1500-Recreational-Off-Road-Vehicle-ROVs-Due-to-Injury-and-Crash-Hazards #polaris #offroad #doorhandles #injury #recall

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DFgFOTmAVaw/ The Three61 company now recalls its Samurai Mini Smoke Alarm, model SM1.  This device fails to trigger reliably and alert in the case of a fire leading to smoke inhalation and burn hazards. About 328,000 of these smoke alarms  were sold exclusively through HSN and online at HSN.com from July 2020 through November 2024. Stop depending on these detectors and mmediately contact Three61 at recall@samuraibrands.com to arrange for a free replacement alarm. To obtain the replacement, write “Recalled” on the smoke alarm with a permanent marker, take a photo of the marked product, and upload it to www.samuraibrands.com/recall. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/Three61-Recalls-Samurai-Mini-Smoke-Alarms-Due-to-Failure-to-Alert-Consumers-to-a-Fire-Sold-Exclusively-by-HSN #Samurai #smoke #alarm #nonalerting #burns #smokeinhalation #recall

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DFgEu9-OxYm/ The Veyer company now recalls its WorkPro Momentum Office Chairs, models 8517865 and 2864384. The bolts that connect the chair back to its base crack leading to falls and injuries. About  64,000 of these office chairs were sold nationwide at Office Depot and OfficeMax stores as well as online through Amazon.com, OfficeDepot.com, Walmart.com, and eBay.com Sales occurred from October 2021 through September 2024. Stop sitting in these recalled chairs. Contact Veyer at 1-833-881-0087 or via email at support@momentumwarranty.com to receive a free repair kit. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/Veyer-Recalls-WorkPro-Office-Chairs-Due-to-Fall-Hazard #workpro #office #chair #integrity #falls #injuries #recall

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DFgELfovn8t/ Vornado Air now recalls its Vornado VH2 Whole Room Heaters, lot codes JUL24 and AUG24. The power cord partially detaches from the heater enclosure, tends to fray over time, and creates a electric shock and fire hazards. About 7,780 units were sold exclusively online through Amazon.com from August 2024 through October 2024 in Alabama, California, Florida, New York, Texas, Illinois, and other states. Stop powering up these heaters immediately. Contact Vornado at 1-844-205-7978 or via the email vh2recall@vornado.com to confirm whether your heater is part of the recall and, if so, follow instructions to receive a free replacement. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/Vornado-Air-Recalls-VH2-Whole-Room-Heaters-Due-to-Electric-Shock-and-Fire-Hazards-Sold-Exclusively-on-Amazon-com #vornado #heater #powercord #shortcircuit #fire #burns #shock #recall

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DFgDq4ONNau/ The TPBOR company is recalling NQDTPBOR Multi-Purpose Helmets.   These helmets fail to meet federal safety regulations for positional stability, impact protection, labeling, and certification, creating a risk for head injuries in the event of a crash. About 684 of these helmets were sold exclusively on Amazon.com from May 2024 through August 2024. Stop using these recalled helmets and contact TPBOR via the email nqdtpbor@outlook.com for a full refund. To obtain the refund, you must destroy the helmet by cutting the straps and email a photo of the destroyed helmet. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/NQDTPBOR-Helmets-Recalled-Due-to-Risk-of-Head-Injury-Violation-of-Federal-Regulations-for-Bicycle-Helmets-Sold-Exclusively-on-Amazon-com-by-TPBOR #tpbor #helmet #unprotective #headinjury #recall

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DFgCbrjMb9s/ Duluth Trading Company has recalled Duluth Trading Children’s Holiday Pajama Sets. These pajamas violate federal flammability regulations for children’s sleepwear, creating a risk of burn injuries. About 22,400 pajama sets were sold exclusively at Duluth Trading stores nationwide and online at duluthtrading.com from October 2019 through November 2024. These items were purchased by consumers across the United States, including California, Texas, Florida, New York, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and North Carolina. Stop allowing your children to wear these recalled pajamas and keep them away from children. Contact Duluth Trading at 1-866-300-9719 or via the email ProductRecallK0040@duluthtrading.com to arrange a full refund in the original form of payment or as store credit. To obtain the refund, you will be asked to email a photo of the destroyed garment’s top and bottom, https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/Duluth-Trading-Company-Reca

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DFgB68_N23o/ GiantMouse LLC has recalled its Giant Mouse GM12 and GMP12 folding knives.  These knives’ locking mechanisms fail creating a laceration hazard for users. About  600 knives were sold exclusively online through GiantMouse’s website from November 14 to November 15, 2024 sand shipped to customers nationwide, including California, Texas, Florida, New York, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Georgia, and North Carolina. Stop using these recalled knives and contact GiantMouse at 1-833-665-6777 or via email at support@giantmouse.com to arrange for a full refund or a free repair, including shipping. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/GiantMouse-Recalls-GM12-and-GMP12-Folding-Knives-Due-to-Laceration-Hazard #giantmouse #knives #lock #laceration #recall

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DFgA_cvvjj6/ The maker of ChrisDowa products is recalling ChrisDowa Roller Window Shades. These window shades have long operating cords and lack required safety labeling thereby violating federal safety regulations for window coverings. About 19,500 units were sold exclusively online through Amazon.com from December 2022 to September 2024. These roller shades were available nationwide, including in California, Texas, Florida, New York, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, and other states. Immediately stop using the product and store these window shades and cords away from children. Contact the company via the email recallchrisdowa@163.comto receive a free operating cord wand repair kit. To obtain the kit, you must email a photo of the recalled product with the cord cut. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/ChrisDowa-Roller-Window-Shades-Recalled-Due-to-Strangulation-and-Entanglement-Hazards-Violation-of-Federal-Regulations-for-

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DFdyLCRuuQp/ SHEIN Distribution Corporation now recalls Teckwe Hair Dryer Brushes. This device lacks an immersion protection device creating shock and electrocution hazards should the product fall into water while plugged in. About 10,000 units were sold online through the SHEIN website and shipped nationwide to states including California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, and Illinois. Immediately stop using these recalled hair dryer brushes and unplug them to avoid injury. For a refund, contact SHEIN Distribution Corporation at 1-800-123-4567 or via the email recalls@shein.com for instructions regarding return of the product. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/SHEIN-Distribution-Corporation-Recalls-Teckwe-Hair-Dryer-Brushes-Due-to-Electrocution-or-Shock-Hazard #Teckwe #shein #hairdryer #shock #electrocution #recall