Hospital seeing uptick in carbon monoxide poisoning due to colder weather
The University of Maryland Medical Center operates one of the largest hyperbaric chambers in the country, serving Maryland, D.C., and surrounding states. The hospital is seeing a sharp increase in carbon monoxide poisoning cases, with 20 treated in just the past six weeks. Cold weather and high energy costs are driving people to unsafe heating methods, such as using stoves or grills indoors. Carbon monoxide is odorless and causes vague symptoms like headaches and nausea, making detection difficult. Experts urge people to take exposure seriously, use detectors, and seek medical help if symptoms arise. (Source: WMAR-2 – Baltimore)
Hospital Hyperbaric Chamber Temporarily Closed
The hyperbaric chamber at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital will be closed until March 3 due to unexpected staffing issues. The Bermuda Hospitals Board advises divers that hyperbaric treatment will be unavailable during this period. Operations are expected to resume after the March 3 timeline. (Source: Royal Gazette)
