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How to recognize, prevent CO poisoning

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Symptoms:

Nausea, fatigue, headache, shortness of breath, and dizziness

Children and infants are at greater risk because their smaller bodies metabolize the gas quicker

Precautions:

Maintain proper care of furnaces and fireplaces and make sure rooms are properly ventilated

Install a carbon monoxide detector


Source: www.cdc.gov