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CO poisoning symptoms

  • The symptoms of CO poisoning include: headache, nausea, vertigo/dizziness, breathlessness, weakness, chest pain and unconsciousness
  • Being exposed to low levels of CO for a long time can also cause serious health problems.
  • Do not ignore the symptoms of CO poisoning especially when;
    • people in the same place have similar symptoms,
    • you have recently moved in,
    • you have had a new appliance fitted, like a boiler or wood burner,
    • you have had building work done,
    • you feel better when you are outside,
    • you have recently switched on the heating.