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Howard G. Smith, M.D. is a former radio medical editor and talk show host in the Boston Metro area. His "Medical Minute" of health and wellness news and commentary was a regular weekday feature on WBZ-AM, WRKO-AM, and WMRE-AM. His popular two-way talk show, Dr. Howard Smith OnCall, was regularly heard Sunday morning and middays on WBZ.

Dr. Smith has adopted audio and video podcasting as conduits for HEALTH NEWS YOU SHOULD USE. Based on the latest medical, health, and wellness literature these reports provide practical information you can use to keep yourself and your family healthy. Many reports have video versions, and Dr. Smith’s YouTube Channel may be found at: http://bit.ly/2rNw6XQ

Trained at Harvard Medical School and a long-time faculty member at Boston Children’s Hospital, he practiced Pediatric Otolaryngology for 40 years in Boston, Southern California, and in central Connecticut.  He is now based in New York City.

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.

Apr 30, 2022

 

Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/3ck2nFVl1BE

 

The FDA and Gortons Seafood of Gloucester are recalling Gorton’s Fish Sandwiches - 100% Whole Fillets.  The fish in these sandwiches may conceal large, sharp fish bones risking lacerations and perforations of linings in the mouth, throat, gastrointestinal, or respiratory...


Apr 30, 2022

 

Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/v0aqxxpIua8

 

The FDA and The Salsa Texan are recalling all regular and burrito-sized packages of The Salsa Texan Coconut Flour Tortillas and Blended Flour Tortillas.  These products contain undeclared wheat and milk.  Those with an allergy or sensitivity to wheat or milk including a gluten...


Apr 30, 2022

 

Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/yQsSWxbVjFg

 

The FDA and World Variety Produce Inc. Announce the recall of Organic Marketside Organic Zucchini.  This product is contaminated with salmonella.   This bacterium can cause serious and life-threatening infections in young children, older adults, and in those with weakened...


Apr 30, 2022

 

Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/6GQ2FmA3RjE

 

The FDA and Babyganics have recalled Babyganics Chamomile Verbena Bubble Bath.  This product is contaminated with Pluralibacter gergoviae.  This bacterium is a risk for those who are immunocompromised or have damaged skin.  The affected lots are coded Y314 and Y315.  If you...


Apr 30, 2022

 

Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/rB9nU0edGlg

 

The FDA and Alpine Fresh Inc. Have recalled Hippie Organics French Beans.  These beans are contaminated with listeria monocyogenes.  This bacterium causes serious or life-threatening infections in the very young, elders, and in those with weakened immune systems.  The affected...