Predictable, Preventable, and Deadly: Epidemic Carbon Monoxide Poisoning After Storms.

• Autores: Fred M. Henretig, Diane P. Calello, Michele M. Burns, Katherine A. O’Donnell, Kevin C. Osterhoudt
• Localización: American journal of public health, ISSN 0090-0036, Vol. 108, Nº. 10, 2018, págs. 1320-1321
• Idioma: inglés
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• Resumen

  • The article discusses carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning that occurs after storms. Particular focus is given to deaths from improper indoor use of charcoal grills, portable gasoline generators and camp stoves. Additional topics include carbon monoxide toxicology, symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning including headache, dizziness, nausea and fatigue, and insights on instances of CO poisoning in the U.S.