Radon is a cancer-causing, colorless, odorless radioactive gas.
It is a natural decay product from uranium that over time may accumulate in homes. The U.S. Surgeon General and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency say radon is the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers and the 2nd leading cause of lung cancer overall – about 21,000 U.S. deaths annually. Elevated levels of radon can only be measured through testing. Radon test kits are available from the Utah Safety Council and local hardware stores. Also, $6 discounted kits are available online for purchase that come with a laboratory analysis. Order kits from www.radon.utah.gov and obtain other useful information. Please visit the Bear River Health Department website: www.brhd.org click on ENVIRONMNETAL HEALTH then click on RADON- READ MORE HERE – to see more radon information and get details specific to your locale.
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