Beware of carbon monoxide while boating Once spring makes an appearance, many Texas boating enthusiasts begin making plans for boating adventures. If you are among these Texans, then you may be preparing your boat and going over a safety checklist to make sure that nothing interrupts your time on the water. One consideration that you may not think of is whether […]

The long-term effects of carbon monoxide poisoning In previous articles, we looked at the causes of carbon monoxide poisoning and the importance of getting tested for carbon monoxide exposure. Now, we turn our attention to the long-term effects of carbon monoxide poisoning. Even though many people recover from their exposure with no ill effects, the possibility of suffering lifelong repercussions exists. You may be […]

After inhaling carbon monoxide, get tested at the emergency room We have all heard the warnings about carbon monoxide, the silent killer. Perhaps you have seen TV shows or movies where carbon monoxide overcomes people, rendering them unconscious. Perhaps those fictional characters even died from breathing the odorless gas. You may not know you are inhaling carbon monoxide because it has no taste or smell. […]