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Sleeping with a heater or blower on? Health risks you must know

The warmth of a heater or blower in the cold winter nights feels comforting, but hidden behind this seemingly harmless habit are a number of health risks. From respiratory to sleep issues, studies have shown that these devices can bring about a number of complications and in rare cases can even be life-threatening. Understanding these factors and up to what extent sleeping with a heater or blower is safe is important to maintain precautions. Here are the health risks you must know: Several research reviews and studies on indoor environments also show that low relative humidity in heated indoor spaces is associated with increased dryness, respiratory irritation, and airway discomfort.

19 Dec 2025 9:00 pm