Carbon Monoxide (CO) poisoning is a colorless and odorless killer of hundreds of people every year. It strikes without warning. Understanding where CO can come from and how to prevent it is key to keeping your home and loved ones safe. Older adults, especially those over 65, are at higher risk of CO poisoning. Symptoms of CO poisoning include headache, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, and loss of consciousness.These symptoms can be mistaken for the flu or other illnesses.
CO is a gas produced when there is not enough oxygen to burn the fuel completely (incomplete combustion).
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