As you heat your homes this winter, it's important to make sure you're taking the right precautions to help prevent carbon monoxide poisoning. According to the CDC, roughly 50-Thousand people in the U.S. go to the emergency room every year for it. Doctor Waters says if you suspect you are experiencing carbon monoxide poisoning, you should go to the hospital to get checked out. You can also have your local fire department come out to see if there is a carbon monoxide leak in your home.