Last Updated on January 20, 2020
This substance is extremely hazardous because it has no odor nor color, so it can build up inside your house without you noticing it. This is especially scary since being intoxicated by this gas can make you slowly pass out and you could even die after a few minutes without access to fresh oxygen.
To be safe, you should avoid using this type of heaters and replace them for electric space heaters. Just make sure you handle those carefully!
5. Mold
Mold is a fungus that grows in environments with oxygen, moisture, and organic material. There are several types of mold and they grow on different surfaces – they usually digest the material of the surface they are growing on.
This fungus might be hard to detect and can be extremely dangerous, especially for people who suffer from allergies and those who have respiratory problems. It can also take advantage of a weakened immune system to make its harmful effects being felt. Those include:
– Chronic cough
– Asthma attacks
– Lung infections
– Sinusitis
– Eye irritation
– Bronchitis
– Sneezing
– Itchy throat
The best way to prevent mold from growing inside your house is by controlling moisture and keeping your house ventilated and clean. If you live in a very humid region, a dehumidifier is a must-have!
6. Food poison
Bacterial infections from food poison occur somewhat frequently. Salmonella and E. coli are the two most common. Both these bacteria affect your intestines and cause diarrhea, stomach cramps, nausea, bloody feces, and potentially dehydration.
In both these cases, you should seek medical attention immediately to assure you get proper diagnosis and treatment.
A study published in 2013 concluded that about 35% of kitchen appliances used to prepare food contained both salmonella and E. coli. To avoid being contaminated, make sure you have great hygiene in the kitchen and that you properly cook and clean everything you eat.
