News tagged with carbon monoxide poisoning


Scientists devise unique stroke assessment tool

Scientists at the University of Birmingham have devised a unique screening instrument that provides a 'one-stop' brain function profile of patients who have suffered stroke or other neurological damage.

Neuroscience created Jan 17, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

New antidote for smoke-related cyanide toxicity shows promise

Smoke inhalation is the major cause of death in fire victims due to cyanide poisoning. However, new research presented at CHEST 2012, the annual meeting of the American College of Chest Physicians, shows that a new antidote, ...

Medications created Oct 22, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Carbon monoxide poisoning: an underestimated threat

(HealthDay) -- Every year in the United States, nearly 450 people die and more than 2,000 people are hospitalized following accidental carbon monoxide poisoning, a new study shows.

Health created Aug 16, 2012 | popularity 1 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Carbon monoxide -- the silent calmer?

According to scientists, carbon monoxide (CO), a tasteless, colorless and odorless gas, is not only a danger to the environment but also highly toxic to human beings. Found in the exhaust of vehicles and generators, CO has ...

Health created Nov 08, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 2