Doctors Warn of Room Heater Risks

In Kolkata, many people are buying room heaters to stay warm during the cold winter.

While heaters can help, doctors say we need to be careful.

Using heaters too much can make the air dry, which can hurt your skin, eyes, throat, and nose.

It can also make breathing harder for people with asthma or allergies.

To stay safe, doctors suggest keeping a bowl of water in the room, using a humidifier, and drinking lots of water.

It's also important to let fresh air in and turn off the heater before sleeping.

Heaters should be kept away from beds and soft things like carpets.

If used carefully, heaters can keep you warm without causing problems.