General Information

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning After a Disaster

Protect yourself from carbon monoxide poisoning after an emergency, such as a hurricane or flood. More »

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning and Boating

Carbon monoxide poisoning can also occur outdoors in fresh air and has been linked with on-board electricity generators and propulsion engines on houseboats.

• Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning on Your Boat
• Carbon Monoxide Dangers in Boating

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Prevention Clinical Education

This program is designed to enhance diagnosis, reporting, and treatment of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning by clinicians and healthcare providers. Upon successful completion of the program, participants will be able to: describe the epidemiology of CO poisoning, identify mechanisms of CO toxicity, describe the clinical aspects of CO poisoning, identify the symptoms of CO poisoning, and explain the treatment of CO poisoning. More »

Clinical Guidance for Carbon Monoxide (CO) Poisoning After a Disaster

The symptoms and signs of carbon monoxide poisoning are variable and nonspecific. More »

 

Educational Materials and Flyers

CDC flyers and door-hangers about the hazards and proper use of generators and pressure washers. More »

 

 

Podcast: Protect Yourself from Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Learn about carbon monoxide - a colorless, odorless gas - and how to protect yourself and your family. More »

Prevention Guidelines: You Can Prevent Carbon Monoxide Exposure

Do's and Don'ts for preventing carbon monoxide exposure. More »

Public Service Announcements for Carbon Monoxide

Radio and television Public Service Announcements on carbon monoxide. More »

Questions and Answers about Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

CDC's Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Fact Sheet - Q&A. More »

Small Gasoline Powered Engines: Carbon Monoxide Hazards

People using gasoline-powered tools such as high-pressure washers, floor buffers, welders, pumps, compressors, and generators in semi-enclosed spaces can be poisoned by carbon monoxide. More »