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    Home Buyers and Sellers Guide to Radon
    This guide was developed to help home buyers and sellers address eight key questions about radon. It answers questions such as: why you need to test for radon; how to evaluate radon test kits; how to ... Details >
    U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
    Indoor Air Quality Publications
    Also available in: Spanish
    A list of publications available online and through the Indoor Air Quality Clearinghouse. Topics include radon, indoor air cleaning devices, indoor air pollution, indoor air quality issues associated ... Details >
    U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
    Radon Frequent Questions  External Links Disclaimer Logo
    This document answers questions about radon. The document discusses sources of radon, what the health effects from exposure to radon are, what the average level of radon found in a home is, and more.... Details >
    U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
    State Radon & Indoor Air Quality Contacts List
    Use this alphabetical list to locate state contacts for information and resources related to radon and indoor air quality issues for a particular state. Contact information for Tribal radon program of... Details >
    U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
    Surgeon General Releases National Health Advisory On Radon
    Indoor radon is the second-leading cause of lung cancer in the United States and breathing it over prolonged periods can present a significant health risk to families all over the county.... Details >
    U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
    Tips to Protect Children from Environmental Threats
    Also available in: Spanish
    Advice for parents and caregivers about steps they can take to protect children's environmental health. The topics addressed include indoor air pollution, lead poisoning, carbon monoxide poising, sun ... Details >
    Office of Children’s Health Protection, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
    Organizations
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    National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, National Institutes of Health
    Office of Air and Radiation, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
    American Lung AssociationExternal Links Disclaimer Logo
    National Medical AssociationExternal Links Disclaimer Logo
    Water Quality AssociationExternal Links Disclaimer Logo

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