Howard G. Smith, MD, AM
PENTA Medical Network
617-488-9699
If the top menu is not working correctly on your phone's or tablet's mobile browser, touch the tab at the middle of the bottom to reveal an alternative menu, a one-touch phone button, and a one-touch email button.
HealthNews RoundUp - 4th Week of April 2022
==========================
CPSC Recalls
==========================
H for Happy™ Woven Bunny Baskets Create Choking
Vidcast: https://youtu.be/SZH9-UXVbdA
The CPSC and Bed Bath & Beyond are recalling H for Happy™ Woven Bunny Baskets. The bunny’s eyes may detach posing a choking hazard for young children. About 960 of these baskets were sold at Bed Bath & Beyond stores and online at bedbcathandbeyond.com. Take these baskets away from your children and return them to any Bed Bath & Beyond store for a refund. Reach Bed Bath at 1-800-462-3966 for more information about this recall.
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2022/Bed-Bath-Beyond-Recalls-Woven-Bunny-Baskets-Due-to-Choking-Hazard
#bedbathbeyond #bunnybasket #foreignbodies #choking #children #recall
bedbathbeyond, bunnybasket, foreignbodies, choking, children, recall
Best Naturals Organic Wintergreen Essential Oil in Child-Risky Bottles
Vidcast: https://youtu.be/9o0P8BtCElw
The CPSC and Best Nutritionals now recall Best Naturals Organic Wintergreen Essential Oil. This product contains the substance methyl salicylate which must be in child resistant packaging and these bottles are not. About 2800 units were sold by amazon.com and Walmart. com. Immediately store this product out of reach of children and contact Best Nutritionals at 1-877-659-6004 for information regarding the safe disposal of the product and obtaining a refund.
#bestnugtritionals #wintergreenoil #childsafe #packaging #poisoning #recall
bestnugtritionals, wintergreenoil, childsafe, packaging, poisoning, recall
Yamaha Off-Road Motorcycles Geared For Accidents
Vidcast: https://youtu.be/fZxQinKoavs
The CPSC and the Yamaha Motor Corporation of America are recalling 2022 Yamaha Competition Off-Road Motorcycles with model numbers YZ125N2L and YZ125N2ME. The gear shift assemblies on these motorcycles may detach from the crankcase leading to unintentional gear shifting, crashes, and injuries. About 760 of these motorcycles were sold. If you have one of them, immediately stop riding it and contact your local Yamaha dealer for a free repair.
#yamaha #offroad #motorcycles #transmission #crash #injuries #recall
yamaha, offroad, motorcycles, transmission, crash, injuries, recall
Generac Electric Start Pressure Washers Could Unexpectedly Start
Vidcast: https://youtu.be/jfiDeQ8Auo8
The CPSC and Generac Power Systems announce the recall of
Generac Electric Start Pressure Washers. The start/stop button on these units is defective and the gasoline engine may start when the unit is inside leading to carbon monoxide poisoning. About 53,000 washers were sold in the US and 1750 were sold in Canada at home improvement and hardware stores and online sites including Ace Hardware, Amazon, City Electric Supply, Costco, Do It Best, eBay, Essendant, Fastenal, Home Depot, Lowe’s Stores, Menard’s, Orgill, Power Equipment Direct, Ravitsky Bros., Tractor Supply, True Value and Walmart. Discontinue use of this pressure washer, remove the rechargeable battery, and contact Generac by phone at 1-855-625-2933 to arrange for a free replacement of the start/stop switch.
#generac #powerwasher #ignitionswitch #carbonmonoxide #poisoning #recall
generac, powerwasher, ignitionswitch, carbonmonoxide, poisoning, recall
AmazonBasics School Classroom Stack Chairs May Collapse
Vidcast: https://youtu.be/FEFfYd2t6Uc
The CPSC and Amazon are recalling AmazonBasics School Classroom Stack Chairs. The frame is defective and the chair may collapse leading to falls and injuries. About 22,400 of these stacking chairs were sold at Amazon.com. If you one of the lucky buyers, stop sitting on these chairs and contact Amazon by phone at 1-877-882-0606 or online at amazonstackchairrecall.expertinquiry.com for information about disposal of the chairs and a refund.
#amazon #stackingchairs #collapse #falls #injuries #recall
amazon, stackingchairs, collapse, falls, injuries, recall
Another Polaris Off-Road Vehicle Recall
Vidcast: https://youtu.be/WfTtB8Thg6Y
The CPSC and Polaris now announce the recall of 2022 RZR Pro R4 Premium and RZR Pro R4 Ultimate Recreational Off-Road Vehicles. An incorrectly routed battery cable may short out creating a fire and burn hazard. About 1160 of these vehicles were sold in the US and about 11 were sold in Canada. If you’re the proud owner of one of these potential sparklers, contact Polaris at 1-800-765-2747 to arrange for a free inspection and a rerouting or replacement of the battery cable.
#polaris #batterycable #shortcircuit #fire #burn #recall
polaris, batterycable, shortcircuit, fire, burn, recall
SafeRacks/Monsterrax Overhead Garage Storage Racks May Fall
Vidcast: https://youtu.be/3OJKD1GX_lU
The CPSC and Saferacks are recalling SafeRacks/Monsterrax Overhead Garage Storage Racks. The hex bolts that help suspend these racks are defective leading to detachment of the rack from the garage ceiling and injuries. About 12,800 racks were sold online at Costco.com, amazon.com, saferacks.com, monsterrax.com and other websites. If you bought one of these racks, unload it and contact SafeRacks at 1-877-927-2168 or via email at consumersupport@saferacks.com to receive free replacement bolts.
#saferacks #garageracks #defectivebolts #detachment #injuries #recall
saferacks, garageracks, defectivebolts, detachment, injuries, recall
Monti Kids Wooden Push Toys A Choking Hazard
Vidcast: https://youtu.be/68F4DfhvI2Q
The CPSC and Monti Kids are recalling Monti Kids Wooden Push Toys. The rolling cylinder with colored balls within may come apart, release the balls, and create a choking hazard for young children. About 1375 of these toys were sold online at montikids.com. Immediately take this toy away from your children, trash it, and contact Monti Kids by phone at 1-800-674-3845 or via email at customercare@montikids.com to receive a full refund.
#montikids #pushtoy #choking #children #recall
montikids, pushtoy, choking, children, recall
Nectar Premier Mattresses are a Fire Risk
Vidcast: https://youtu.be/RuPFz8VaBcE
The CPSC and Elite Comfort Solutions are recalling Nectar Premier Mattresses. The king mattress manufactured on 9/24/2021 and the queen mattress manufactured on 9/27/2021 fail to meet federal flammability standards and create fire and burn hazards. About 700 of these mattresses were sold at nectarsleep.com. If you bought one of these mattresses, contact Nectar Sleep at 1-855-231-4633 or via email at assistance@nectarsleep.com to arrange for removal of the mattress and a full refund.
#nectar #mattress #flammable #fire #burns #recall
nectar, mattress, flammable, fire, burns #recall
Insignia Air Fryers and Air Fryer Ovens Overheat
Vidcast: https://youtu.be/bUSabjjOlmQ
The CPSC and Best Buy have recalled Insignia Air Fryers and Air Fryer Ovens. These appliances may overheat cause fires and burns. About 635,000 of these fryers were sold in the US and about 137,000 were sold in Canada at Best Buy’s stores and online at bestbuy.com. Immediately stop using these appliances and return them to a Best Buy store for a refund usable either at the retail stores on online at bestbuy.com.
#bestbuy #airfryer #overheating #fires #burns #recall
bestbuy, airfryer, overheating, fires, burns, recall
Red League Children’s Pajamas are Flammable
Vidcast: https://youtu.be/Wjdyc5UlFus
The CPSC and Red League are recalling Red League Children’s Pajamas. These pjs fail to meet federal flammability standards for children’s sleepwear and create risks for fire and burn injuries to children. About 910 of these garments were sold online at theredleague.com and at Elle Ella Boutique stores in California and at JellyBeans stores in New York. If you bought these pajamas, don’t allow your children to wear them and contact The Red League by phone at 1-888-754-4030 or via email at redleaguewarehouse@gmail.com to receive a prepaid mailer in order to return the garment for a full refund.
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2022/The-Red-League-Recalls-Childrens-Pajamas-Due-to-Burn-Hazard
#redleague #pajamas #children #flammable #fire #burns #recall
redleague, pajamas, children, flammable, fire, burns, recall
LUXE+WILLOW Heated Blankets May Get Too Hot
Vidcast: https://youtu.be/SCeltF0HyD0
The CPSC and MWA are recalling LUXE+WILLOW Heated Blankets. These electric blankets may overheat if left plugged and powered on for extended periods creating risks of fire and burns. About 4200 of these heated blankets were sold at TJ Maxx, urban Outfitters, and other stores nationwide. If you have one of them, unplug it and stop using it. Contact MWA by phone at 1-855-459-3933 or via email at support@luxewillow.com to obtain a refund or a $50 voucher for purchase of another LUXE+WILLOW product. To do so, you will need to send the company a photo showing the cut cord and the product label.
#luxe+willow #electricblanket #overheating #fire #burn #recall
luxe+willow, electricblanket, overheating, fire, burn, recall
Norwex Ceramic Knifes Break Dangerously
Vidcast: https://youtu.be/I28reZoF0LE
The CPSC and Norwex have now recalled the Norwex Ceramic Knife. These knives break during use and create laceration hazards for the users. About 40,000 of these knives were sold in the US and 2500 were sold in Canada at Norwex USA and Norwex Canada. Stop using these knives and contact Norwex USA by phone 1-833-882-5569 or via email at USNorwexservice@Norwex.com to request a prepaid return mailer and a refund.
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2022/Norwex-USA-Recalls-Ceramic-Knives-Due-to-Laceration-Hazard
#norwex #ceramicknife #fracture #laceration #recall
norwex #ceramicknife, fracture, laceration, recall
Crafter’s Square Glue Guns Overheat
Vidcast: https://youtu.be/F3hyXT_DZwk
The CPSC and Dollar Tree Stores, Inc. have recalled Crafter’s Square Glue Guns. These glue guns may malfunction and overheat risking fires and burns. More than one million of these glue guns were sold in the US and about 22,000 were sold in Canada at Family Dollar Stores and online at familydollar.com. If you bought one of these glue guns, stop using it immediately and return it to any Dollar Tree or Family Dollar store for a full refund. For more information, contact Dollar Tree Stores Inc. at 1-800-876-8697 or via email at recalls@dollartree.com.
#crafterssquare #gluegun #overheating #fire #burn #recall
crafterssquare, gluegun, overheating, fire, burn, recall
Rae Prenatal Capsules and Rae Immunity Capsules In Dangerous Packaging
Vidcast: https://youtu.be/vmgIum16zZ0
The CPSC and Rae Wellness have recalled Rae Prenatal Capsules and Rae Immunity Capsules. Both of these dietary supplements contain iron and must be packaged in child-resistant containers. Since they are not, they pose a poisoning risk to young children. About 191,200 of these products have been sold nationwide at Target stores and online at Target.com, ThriveMarket.com, Amazon.com, FabFitFun.com and StandardDose.com. If you have these products at home, immediately store them in a location unreachable by children. Then contact Rae Wellness 1-888-258-0910 or via email at support@raewellness.co to obtain instructions regarding product disposal and obtaining a refund.
#rae #prenatalcapsules #immunitycapsules #iron #packaging #poisoning #children #recall
rae, prenatalcapsules, immunitycapsules, iron, packaging, poisoning, children, recall
Hempväna Ultra Strength Pain Relief Cream with Lidocaine A Poisoning Risk
Vidcast: https://youtu.be/X69QzZtLLoI
The CPSC and Telebrands Corporation are recalling a series of Hempväna Ultra Strength Pain Relief Cream with Lidocaine including the basic cream, the night cream, the cream with tumeric, and the hand and body lotion. These products are contained in packaging that is not child-safe and that risks poisoning if a child should ingest these products or get them on the skin. About 183,000 of these products were sold nationwide. If you have any of these products, sequester them away from any children. Contact Telebrands Corp 1-855-306-1424 for instructions regarding product disposal and a full refund.
#hempvana #paincream #lidocaine #packaging #poison #children #recall
hempvana, paincream, lidocaine, packaging, poison, children, recall
Recall on GE-brand Free-Standing French Door Refrigerators With Bottom Freezers
Vidcast: https://youtu.be/ZZjYe2VlV3Q
The CPSC and GE Appliance are recalling GE-brand Free-Standing French Door Refrigerators. The freezer handles are defective and may detach when pulled to access the freeze drawer, and that may lead to a fall and injuries. About 155,000 of these refrigerators were sold in the US and about 2300 were sold in Canada. If you think you have one of these refrigerators, call GE Appliances at 1-888-345-4671 to check if your particular refrigerator is involved in the recall. You will need the make, model, and serial number of your appliance, and this info is printed on a label that may be found on the top left side of the fridge interior. If you have an affected unit, GE will schedule a free repair visit to replace the handle mounting fasteners.
#GE #freezerhandle #detaching #fall #injury #recall
GE, freezerhandle, detaching, fall, injury, recall
==========================
FDA Recalls
==========================
Red Curry Grain Bowl and Barcelona Vinaigrette Grain Bowls Recalled
Vidcast: https://youtu.be/bg-9ez1__TM
The FDA and Produce Packaging, Inc. are recalling Red Curry Grain Bowls and Barcelona Vinaigrette Grain Bowl with best if used by dates of 4/12-20/2022. These products both contain undeclared wheat. Those with an allergy or sensitivity to wheat including a gluten sensitivity or celiac disease could develop a serious or life-threatening reaction should they ingest these products. These grain bowls were sold in Ohio and Illinois. If you bought these products and have a wheat sensitivity, return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. For more information, call Produce Packing at 1-216-391-6129.
#redcurry #barcelonavinagrette #grainbowls #wheat #allergy #recall
redcurry, barcelonavinagrette, grainbowls, wheat, allergy, recall
Recall on Turkey Hill Chocolate Marshmallow Premium Ice Cream
Vidcast: https://youtu.be/ouYvclXKb1A
The FDA and Turkey Hill Dairy have recalled Turkey Hill Chocolate Marshmallow Premium Ice Cream. This ice cream contains undeclared peanuts. Those with a peanut allergy could develop a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction after eating this ice cream. If you bought this ice cream and if you or a family member have a peanut allergy, return this product to the place of purchase for a refund. For more information, call the Turkey Hill Dairy at 1-800-MY-DAIRY (1-800-693-2479).
#turkeyhill #icecream #peanuts #allergy #recall
turkeyhill, icecream, peanuts, allergy, recall
Yes! Enoki Mushrooms on Recall
Vidcast: https://youtu.be/JSzAnClOCJE
The FDA and the T Fresh Company are recalling Yes! Enoki Mushrooms. These mushrooms are contaminated with listeria monocyogenes. The affected lot is #6021053. This bacterium causes serious or life-threatening infections in the very young, elders, and in those with weakened immune systems. This product was sold in California and Texas. If you bought the product, return it to the place of purchase. For more information, contact the T Fresh Company at 1-626-968-2088.
#yes #enokimushrooms #listeria #infection #recall
yes, enokimushrooms, listeria, infection, recall
Recalled is Whole Foods Market Red Lentil Dal
Vidcast: https://youtu.be/kiIInOqCIHA
The FDA and Bakkavor USA have recalled Whole Foods Market Red Lentil Dal that includes Pickled Curry Cauliflower. This latter component of the product is 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 product was sold nationwide at Whole Foods Stores. If you bought the product, return it to a Whole Foods store with a valid receipt as a proof of purchase. For more information, call Bakkavor USA at 1-844-936-8255.
#wholefoods #redlentildal #listeria #infection #recall
wholefoods, redlentildal, listeria, infection, recall
Hippie Organics French Beans are Recalled
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 lot is #313-626. These beans were sold by Whole Foods in Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland; by Aldi in Florida, and by LIDL in Delaware, Georgia, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, and Virginia. If you bought this product, return it to the point of purchase for a full refund. For more information, contact Alpine Fresh at 1-866-827-3362.
#hippieorganics #frenchbeans #listeria #infection #recall
hippieorganics, frenchbeans, listeria, infection, recall
Recalled is Babyganics Chamomile Verbena Bubble Bath
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 bought this product, you can obtain a full refund by submitting your product and contact information to the company at babyganicsbubblebathrecall.com. If you require more information, contact the Babyganics health and safety team at 1-833-359-6304.
#babyganics #bubblebath #pluralibacter #infection #recall
babyganics, bubblebath, pluralibacter, infection, recall
Organic Marketside Organic Zucchini Recalled
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 immune systems. This produce, lot #38706503, was sold by Walmart stores in Arizona, Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, and Wisconsin. If you purchased this zucchini, do not consume it and dispose of it. Call World Variety Produce, Inc. at 1-800-588-0151 for information about refunds.
#walmart #zucchini #salmonella #infection #recall
walmart, zucchini, salmonella, infection, recall
Recall on The Salsa Texan Tortillas
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 sensitivity or celiac disease could develop a serious or life-threatening reaction should they ingest these products. These products were sold in various Farmer’s Markets in Texas. Beware since some of these tortillas may be sold in clear plastic packages that aren’t even labeled “The Salsa Texas.” Those with wheat and milk allergies as well as gluten allergies and celiac disease should not consume these tortillas but return them to the Farmer’s Markets where they were purchased. For more information, contact The Salsa Texan at 1-214-850-9498.
#thesalsatexan #torillas #milk #wheat #gluten #celiac #allergy #recall
thesalsatexan, torillas, milk, wheat, gluten, celiac, allergy, recall
Gorton’s Fish Sandwiches Have Bones
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 tracts. As many as 504 packages of these fish sandwiches may be involved and were sold in New York, Vermont, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina, and Puerto Rico. If you bought any of these fish sandwiches, contact Gorton’s at 1-888-573-5982 to find out whether your package is involved and to arrange a refund.
#gortons #fishsandwich #bones #laceration #perforation #recall
gortons, fishsandwich, bones, laceration, perforation, recall
X
x