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A member asked:
I noticed an increase of electric shocks when touching many things in the house including touching my family. same with them too. any hazardous here ?
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No: There is more static electricity build-up with dry air in winter, especially with carpets. Using a humidifier may help. There is no health risk from the "shocks".
Answered 2/18/2015
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