Howard G. Smith, MD, AM
PENTA Medical Network
617-488-9699
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RoundUp - 2nd Week of November 2024
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HEALTH REPORTS
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The Best Hip Replacement Implants
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DChply1vvV3/
Nothing is forever, and we know that hip replacement implants do wear out. A new study from the UK’s University of Bristol concludes that the hip prostheses least likely to require replacement within 15 years are those with delta ceramic or oxidised zirconium heads and highly crosslinked polyethylene liners or cups. The researchers reviewed the records of more than 1,026,000 records in the British National Joint Registry.
Which manufacturers market these desirable joint replacements and which models are preferred? Stryker’s Accolade II and Trident. Zimmer Biomet’s M/L Taper and Persona. Johnson & Johnson’s DePuy Synthes R3 Acetabular and Corrail Hip Systems. Smith & Nephew R3 Acetabular System. And Exactech’s Equinoxe and Optetrak systems.
https://journals.plos.org/plosmedicine/article?id=10.1371/journal.pmed.1004478
#hip #replacement #prosthesis #revision #ceramic #zirconium #polyethylene
hip, replacement, prosthesis, revision, ceramic, zirconium, polyethylene
Dozing While Breastfeeding Is Common and Dangerous
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DChqofdMImw/
More than 1 in 4 new mothers fall asleep while breastfeeding their newborns. Doing so increases the risk of SIDS, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, nearly 67 times. University of Virginia Family Medicine researchers report these worrisome findings in the journal Pediatrics after studying 1259 mothers.
New mothers breastfeeding in bed were twice as likely to fall asleep as those feeding baby in a chair.
Breastfeeding is highly recommended as it benefits both baby and mother in so many ways. For baby, it improves nutrition, immunity, and general development. For mom it helps with post-delivery weight loss, reduces depression, lowers breast and ovarian cancer risks, and saves money. Do breastfeed but do so safely and AWAKE.
#breastfeeding #dozing #SIDS #chair #bed
breastfeeding, dozing, SIDS, chair, bed
Energize Cancer Killing T cells By Neutralizing Tumor Waste
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DChra0zuq0F/
Immunotherapy could help T lymphocytes eradicate cancer cells not only by boosting their immune reactivity but also by eliminating the cancer cell waste products that that make these killer cells sleepy. So report University of Pittsburgh immunologists in the journal Nature Immunology.
As cancer cells grow and multiply, they release the metabolic product lactic acid. When this byproduct contacts killer T cells, it saps them of the energy they need to effectively cripple and kill cancer cells. Lactic acid requires a transport protein MCT11 to enter T cells. Blocking MCT11 activity keeps lactic acid out of the white cells and allows them to more effectively fight the cancer at least in mice.
If blocking this lactic acid transporter turns out to energize human T cells in their fight against cancer, we may see it deployed in the battle against human cancer….. someday soon.
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41590-024-01999-3
#tcells #killercells #lacticacid #mct11 #transporter #cancer
tcells, killercells, lacticacid, mct11, transporter, cancer
More Long CoVid Than We Thought
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DChsez0tRa4/
Using AI, Harvard investigators now suggest that the prevalence of Long CoVid is 3-fold higher than once thought. A Mass General Brigham medical informatics study just published in the journal Cell reviewed data from over 295,000 Massachusetts patients.
The data revealed a Long CoVid prevalence of 23%. Previous estimates pegged that prevalence at around 7%. The use of AI permitted a rapid and accurate record review eliminating other conditions that clouded an accurate diagnosis.
This new information underscores the need to avoid contracting CoVid. If you haven’t already, do obtain the latest CoVid vaccine and plan to be re-vaccinated 2 to 3 times a year depending upon your age and other medical issues.
https://www.cell.com/med/fulltext/S2666-6340(24)00407-0
#CoVid #longcovid #ai #vaccine
CoVid, longcovid, ai, vaccine
Those on Diet Drugs Drink Less
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DChtPvOJ9da/
Half of those using semaglutide and similar GLP-1 drugs consume fewer alcoholic beverages. This according to a study presented to the Obesity Society’s 2024 meeting. Reviewed were the records of more than 14,000 WeightWatcher’s participants who were using the diet drugs for as long as 9 months.
The data showed that 45% of those using the drugs decreased their use of alcohol, 52% had no change in drinking habits, and 2% increased their alcohol use. Those who were drinking the most at baseline were most likely to stop drinking. Diet drug users report a reduced craving for alcoholic drinks but also more severe side effects including hangovers and gastric distress if they did drink.
This adds yet another benefit of GLP-1 drugs to the list already lengthening. Whether these diet drugs can help treat alcoholism remains to be proven.
#diet #glp1 #semaglutide #alcohol #weightwatchers
diet, glp1, semaglutide, alcohol, weightwatchers
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CPSC Recalls
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Muse Portable Lamps Are a Fire Risk
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DCht8UZvkim/
Tala North America is recalling Muse Portable Lamps due to defective bulbs that cause lithium battery overheating. Affected are lamps with batch codes 01/21, 01/22, 01/23, and 01/24.
About 5300 lamps were sold online by West Elm, One Kings Lane, Lumens, Lulu & Georgia, Lightology, and Anthropologie.
Stop using these lamps and contact Tala North America at 1-800-408-2226 or via the email productquality@tala.co.uk to receive a replacement bulb.
#tala #muselamps #bulbs #lithiumionbatteries #overheating #recall
tala, muselamps, bulbs, lithiumionbatteries, overheating, recall
GoveeLife and Govee Smart Electric Space Heaters Can Torch Your Home
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DChyr5LtE6z/
Govee is recalling GoveeLife and Govee Smart Electric Space Heaters. They overheat leading to fire and burn hazards. Affected are model numbers H7130, H7131, H7132, H7133, H7134, and H7135.
About 512,500 units were sold in the U.S and about 48,600 were sold in Canada online by Amazon, Govee’s website, the Govee Home App, and TikTok Shop.
Stop using these heaters, unplug them, and cut the power cord. To receive a refund, mail a photo of the unit also showing the manufacturer’s label and serial number to Govee at recall.goveelife.com/heater-recall.
#govee #spaceheaters #overheating #fire #burns #recall
govee, spaceheaters, overheating, fire, burns, recall
MAG Battery Pack Wireless Chargers Overheat
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DChzVnbpSmf/
The Quad Lock company is recalling its MAG Battery Pack Wireless chargers have overheating battery packs that risk fires and burns.
About 13,700 units were sold in the U.S. with an additional 1,580 sold in Canada online by Quad Lock’s website, Amazon, and by other third-party sellers.
Stop charging and using these chargers. To request a refund, do so at quadlockcase.net/recall and then dispose of the units at your local recycling facility. For more information, call Quad Lock at 1-833-362–9855 or email them at recall@quadlock.com.au.
#mag #charger #overheating #fire #burns #recall
mag, charger, overheating, fire, burns, recall
Wolf Dual Fuel Ranges with Infrared Griddles Easily Short-Circuit
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DChz8F6totg/
Wolf Appliances are recalling Wolf Dual Fuel Ranges with Infrared Griddles since they readily short-circuit if liquids spill on them. This creates fire and burn hazards.
About 44,000 units were sold in the U.S and about 1,400 were sold in Canada.
Stop using these ranges and contact Wolf at 1-800-200-7820 or via email at support@wolfappliance.com to arrange a free repair.
#wolf #range #griddle #shortcircuit #fires #burns #recall
wolf, range, griddle, shortcircuit, fires, burns, recall
Baofali Crib Bumpers Suffocate
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DCh0vcIshlX/
The Baofali Trading company now recalls Baofali 4-in-1 Microfiber Crib Safety Bumpers as these padded bumpers violate federal standards for preventing infant suffocation.
About 390 bumpers were sold on temu.com
Stop using these crib bumpers. To obtain a refund, cut the bumper in half, take a photo, and email it to 2540535966@qq.com or message Baofali Trading via Temu.com.
#baofali #cribbumpers #padding #suffocation #infants #recall
baofali, cribbumpers, padding, suffocation, infants, recall
Guava Roam Strollers Have Defective Brakes
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DCh1bi4pvJm/
The Guava Family company are recalling Guava Roam Strollers as their brakes may fail to operate or suddenly release the stroller leading to crashes, falls, and injuries.
About 8,500 units were sold online at guavafamily.com and babylist.com.
Stop using these dangerous strollers and contact Guava Family at 1-833-408-0493 or email the company at rs@realtimeresults.net to receive a free repair kit with instructions.
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/Guava-Family-Recalls-Roam-Strollers-Due-to-Fall-and-Injury-Hazards
#guava #stroller #brakes #crashes #falls #injuries #infants #recall
guava, stroller, brakes, crashes, falls, injuries, infants, recall
Kyte Baby Slumber Suits Can Ignite
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DCh2LCSMHn2/
The Kyte Baby company is recalling Kyte Baby Slumber Suits. They violate federal flammability standards creating fire and burn hazards.
About 20,500 units of these one-piece sleep garments were sold online at Kytebaby.com.
Stop using these slumber suits and contact Kyte Baby at 1-817-381-8723 or via email at hello@kytebaby.com to receive a full refund and disposal instructions.
#kyte #infant #slumbersuits #flammability #fires #burns #recall
kyte, infant, slumbersuits, flammability, fires, burns, recall
Dreamgro Lullaby Travel Soothers Can Choke
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DCh3EcjpgJR/
The Dreamgro company now recalls Dreamgro Lullaby mermaid travel soothers. The toy’s gold soft star detaches leading to a choking hazard.
About 25,900 units were sold at Beall’s Outlet Stores, Burlington, DD’s Discounts, Macy’s Backstage, Marshalls, Nordstrom Rack, and TJ Maxx.
Stop using these soothers and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. For more information, call Dreamgro at 1-888-202-0442 or email the company at Recall@dreamgro.com.
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/Dreamgro-Recalls-Lullaby-Travel-Soothers-Due-to-Choking-Hazard
#dreamgro #soothers #choking #infants #recall
dreamgro, soothers, choking, infants, recall
Cultivar Planter Boxes Have Gimpy Frames
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DCh4U9_tiTZ/
The Outdoor Essentials company is now recalling Cultivar Planter Boxes as their box frames break leading to injuries.
About 7,400 units were sold at Tractor Supply Company stores nationwide and online at tractorsupply.com.
Stop using these planter boxes. Contact Outdoor Essentials at 1-888-891-8934 or via email at customerservice@outdooressentialproducts.com to obtain a refund as gift cards or store credit. To get the refund, you must mark the planter box with “Recalled,” take a photo, and upload it to outdooressentialproducts.com/recall.
#cultivar #planterbox #frame #injury #recall
cultivar, planterbox, frame, injury, recall
DeNova Detect Brand Combination Natural Gas and Carbon Monoxide Alarms Fall Asleep On the Job
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DCh5aaUuO-j/
New Cosmos USA is recalling DeNova Detect Brand Combination Natural Gas and Carbon Monoxide Alarms. After an alert is triggered, these alarms tend to go into sleep mode and fail to warn of subsequent natural gas and carbon monoxide dangers.
About 26,360 units were sold at Lowe’s stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, Lowes.com, and Denovadetect.com.
Contact the company at at denovadetect.com/safetynotice-dd622 to receive a prepaid shipping package and replacement alarm. Use the recalled alarms until you install the replacement alarm. You’ll ship the defective alarm back in the prepaid shipping package.
#denovadetect #newcosmos #gas #carbonmonoxide #alarm #failure #recall
denovadetect, newcosmos, gas, carbonmonoxide, alarm, failure, recall
YOYO Baby Strollers Have Defective Brakes
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DCh6BZatYlF/
The Stokke company is recalling YOYO Baby Strollers as the stroller’s parking brake spontaneously disengages leading to injuries. Affected are strollers with serial numbers starting with “142AA” and below “0062239.”
About 2,890 units were sold at Bloomingdale’s, Crate and Barrel, Nordstrom, Albee Baby, Macro Baby, and online at stokke.com, Amazon.com, and Babylist.com.
Stop using these strollers. Register for a refund at recall.stokke.com/yoyo3.
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/Stokke-Recalls-YOYO3-Strollers-Due-to-Injury-Hazard
#yoyo #strollers #brakes #injury #recall
yoyo, strollers, brakes, injury, recall
Woom Bikes Have Defective Cranks
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DCh6sayvaWX/
woom Bikes USA is recalling the following woom bicycle models: OFF 5, OFF AIR 5, OFF 6, OFF AIR 6, and ORIGINAL 6. The cranks on these bikes tend to suffer metal fatigue fractures leading to loss of control, crashes, and injuries to riders and bystanders.
About 2500 bikes were sold at woom.com.
Stop riding these bike. Go online and s the online crank checker tool at woom.com to determine if your bike is part of these recall. If so, you will receive a free replacement crank with a free install at you local bike store. For more information, contact woom Bikes USA at 1-t 855-966-6872,or email the company at productsafetyUS@woom.com.
#woom #bikes #cranks #fatigue #fracture #injury #recall
woom, bikes, cranks, fatigue, fracture, injury #recall
Hallmark Star Wars Cad Bene Ornaments Are Moldy
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DCh7bHBRNzy/
Hallmark is recalling its Star Wars Cad Bene Ornaments due to moldy brown paint.
About 11,100 ornaments were sold at Hallmark Gold Crown stores nationwide and online at Hallmark.com.
Stop using these tree ornaments snd return yours to ny Hallmark Gold Crown store for a refund. For more information, call Hallmark at 1-800-425-5627.
#hallmark #starwars #ornaments #cadbene #mold #recall
hallmark, starwars, ornaments, cadbene #mold #recall
Medical King adult bed rails create dangers
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DCh8HqZgpLU/
Medical King new recalls Medical King Bed Assist Rail adult bed rails. Bed occupants users can become entrapped within the bed rail or between the bed rail and the side of the mattress with possible asphyxiation. Affected are Bed Assist Rail with Adjustable Heights (models 7007 and 7057) and the Bed Assist Rail Without Legs (model 7037).
About 222,000 bedrails were sold at Amazon, Walmart, Target Plus, eBay, Kohls.com, and medicalkingusa.com.
Stop using these bedrails. Contact Medical King at 1-888-715-2630 for a replacement.
#medicalking #bedrails #entrapment #asphyxiation #recall
medicalking, bedrails, entrapment, asphyxiation, recall
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FDA Recalls
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Multiple Brands of Autumn Turkey Sandwiches Have Listeria
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DCkKO8tPiam/
The CIBUS Fresh company now recall Cibus Fresh, Jack & Olive, and Sprig and Sprout Autumn Turkey Sandwiches due to contamination with listeria monocytogenes in spreadable brie. 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 are sandwiches with with expiration dates between November 2, 2024, and November 9, 2024.
These sandwiches were sold in six states: Kentucky, Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, Ohio, and Tennessee.
Do not consume these sandwiches and return them to the place of purchase. For more information, contact CIBUS Fresh at 1-317-981-3460 or email them at chelseam@freshedgefoods.com.
#cibus #brie #listeria #turkey #infection #recall
cibus, brie, listeria, turkey, infection, recall
Wegman’s Asian Sesame Salad Has A Hidden Allergen
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DCkLBFsuYh1/
Wegman’s is recalling its Asian Sesame Salad with Chicken & Asian Dressing due to undeclared egg. Those with an allergy to egg could develop a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction should they consume this product. Affected product has a sell by date of 11/7-10.
Return this product to the place of purchase for a full refund. For more information, contact Wegmans at 1-855-934-3663.
#wegmans #sesamesalad #egg #allergy #recall
wegmans, sesamesalad, egg, allergy, recall
Babcock Dairy Has Dangerously Mislabeled 2 Ice Cream Flavors
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DCkLxWntkz9/
The Babcock Dairy is recalling its Orange Custard Chocolate Chip Ice Cream as some cases of it are labeled as Chocolate Peanut Butter Ice Cream. Those with egg or F&D Yellow #5 allergies could develop serious reactions. Affected are these flavors with a Production Date: 09 1724.
The affected products were sold in Madison, Wisconsin at Babcock Dairy Store, Metcalfe’s Markets, Ken’s Meats & Deli and Capitol Centre Market.
Return these products to the place of purchase for a refund or a safe package of the desired product. For more information, contact Babcock at 1-608-262-9102.
#babcock #icecream #orangecustardchocolatechip #chocolatepeanutbutter #eggg #fanddyellow5 #allergy #recall
babcock, icecream, orangecustardchocolatechip, chocolatepeanutbutter, eggg, fanddyellow5, allergy, recall
VitalityXtra Capsules and PeakMax Capsules Contain Hidden Dangerous Medications
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DCkMr_7NKgr/
Vitality Vita is now recalling VitalityXtra Capsules and PeakMax Capsules marketed as food supplements to augment male vitality. VitalityXtra contains sildenafil while PeakMax contains both sildenafil and diclofenac. Sildenafil, Viagra, is a phosphodiesterase inhibitor that is dangerous for those taking nitrate-containing drugs including nitroglycerine. Diclofenac, branded as Voltaren, is an NSAID that can cause gastric irritation and blood thinning. Affected is lot number 230811.
These products were sold online at VitalityVita.com.
If you bought either of these supplements with lot number 230811, discontinue use of the product. Contact your healthcare team for instructions regarding need for additional medications. For information and refunds, contact VitalityVit at vitalityvitacorp@gmail.com.
#vitalityvita #VitalityXtra #PeakMax #male #supplements #sildenafil #diclofenac #recall
vitalityvita, VitalityXtra, PeakMax, male, supplements, sildenafil, diclofenac, recall
Additional Brands of Brie Cheese Contain Listeria
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DCkNagzNGnw/
Savencia Cheese USA is recalling additional brands of its soft ripened cheese including Aldi Emporium Selection Brie, Supreme Oval, La Bonne Vie and Camember, Industrial Brie, Market Basket Brie, and Glenview Farms Spreadable Brie. These cheeses have listeria contamination.
Return these cheeses to the place of purchase for a full refund. For more information, contact Savencia at 800-322-2743 or email them at sc.customer.service@savencia.com.
#savencia #brie #cheese #aldi #supreme #labonnevie #marketbasket #industrial #glenviewfarms #listeria #infection #recall
savencia, brie, cheese, aldi, supreme, labonnevie, marketbasket, industrial, glenviewfarms, listeria, infection, recall
Bowl & Basket Onion Soup Mix has Undeclared Egg
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DCkOPqDRpqc/
The Gilster Mary Lee Corporation is recalling Bowl & Basket Onion Soup Mix due to undeclared egg in it. Those with an allergy to egg could develop a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction should they consume this product. Affected products have a Best By date of SEP 27 25 E07 or OCT 11 25 E09.
This product was sold in Elizabeth NJ.
Do not consume this soup. Return it to the place of purchase for a refund. For more information, call the Gilster-Mary Lee Corporation at 1-618-826-2361, extension 32301, or 1-573-547-8345, extension 20001.
#Bowlbasket #onionsoup #egg #allergy #recall
Bowlbasket, onionsoup, egg, allergy, recall
Lots of Carrots Carry Deadly E. coli
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DCkO-B4PH6W/
Grimmway Farms is recalling multiple brands of bagged organic whole and baby carrots due to potential contamination with E. coli O121. The affected products include organic baby carrots with best-if-used-by dates ranging from September 11, 2024, to November 12, 2024, and organic whole carrots sold between August 14, 2024, and October 23, 2024. Brands include 365, Bunny Luv, Cal-Organic, Compliments, Full Circle, Good & Gather, GreenWise, Marketside, Nature's Promise, O-Organic, President's Choice, Simple Truth, Trader Joe's, Wegmans, Wholesome Pantry.
Approximately 39 cases of E. coli infections, including 15 hospitalizations and one death, have been reported across 18 states. The carrots were sold nationwide but are no longer in stores. Consumers should immediately check their refrigerators and freezers for these recalled products. If found, discard them or return them to the store. Wash surfaces or containers that may have come into contact with the carrots thoroughly with hot soapy water.
For more information, contact Grimmway Farms at 1-800-301-3101 or visit their website at grimmway.com/recalls.
https://www.cdc.gov/ecoli/outbreaks/e-coli-O121.html
#carrots #ecoli #infection
carrots, ecoli, infection