Radon: The Health Hazard with a Simple Solution
Radon is a cancer-causing natural radioactive gas that you can’t see, smell or taste. Its presence in your home can pose a danger to your family's health. Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in America and claims about 20,000 lives annually. Learn how you can protect your family. Test Your Home for Radon —
it's easy and inexpensive. Fix your home if you have a radon level of 4 pCi/L or more.
Should I be concerned about the accuracy of radon test kits? (click here for the answer)
In the News The National Safety Council (NSC), in partnership with EPA, hosts the annual National Radon Poster Contest. Entries are accepted from July 1 through October 15 Radon Action Week is the third week in October | January is National Radon Action Month
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Watch "What is Radon?" (click on the image to play the video) (WMV, 9.9 M, 4:39) | Transcript
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