As winter bites we should be aware of the danger posed by carbon monoxide.
Unfortunately there is a common misconception that smoke alarms will protect us from carbon monoxide poisoning and this is not the case.
In the UK it is estimated that carbon monoxide poisoning accounts for
4000 people attend to attend A&E
400 people are hospitalised
50 deaths
Symptoms include:
Persistent headaches
Tiredness
Sickness
The majority of incidents are due to fuels such as gas, wood, coal, and oil not burning fully because of a lack of air.Regular servicing by properly trained professionals will help reduce the chances of poisoning along with a carbon monoxide detector.
Let us all be vigilant.
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