Why Test for Radon - Radon is a colorless, tasteless, odorless gas that is released when naturally occurring uranium in soil decays. Not only is it radioactive, but 1 in 3 homes in Utah have high levels indoors. Radon accounts for about 21,000 lung cancer deaths each year and is the leading cause of lung […]
Home has a Radon Problem? - If you have heard of radon gas and the potential health risks that exposure may present, you may be wondering how to know if your home has high radon levels. Rest assured, we’re here to break down what radon is, what the risks of radon exposure are, and how […]
Many people think radon is only an issue in our homes, but did you know kids, teachers, and staff can also be exposed to radon in their schools? When sending your child to school, the last thing on your mind should be exposure to radon gas. However, this may be more common in Utah than […]
Radon is an odorless, invisible, and radioactive gas that can enter through a home’s foundation. With prolonged exposure, those living inside are at an increased risk of lung cancer and other lung diseases. Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer in non-smokers and the second leading cause in smokers. In fact, radon is attributed […]
Radon Levels - Radon is an odorless, invisible, and radioactive gas that rises from the ground into homes, and exposure to radon is the leading cause of lung cancer in nonsmokers. Long-term exposure to this radioactive gas in homes leads to lung disease, but it’s possible to reduce your risk. Radon is measured in picocuries […]
Cancer enters most people’s lives at some point and is the second leading cause of death nationally. Lung cancer is the deadliest form of disease and many Americans are unaware that there are risk factors other than smoking cigarettes that can increase your risk of developing it. This article will cover seven of the biggest […]
Retest for Radon - Do you remember the last time your house was tested for radon? It’s a common misconception that once your home tests low for radon, you’re in the clear forever. However, radon gas is constantly rising from the ground and can fluctuate over time, so it’s important to retest on a regular […]
KSLTV.com Article by Ladd Egan SALT LAKE CITY —Lehi – Radon Cancer - A Utah woman is warning others about the danger of radon after she received a stage 4 cancer diagnosis for non-smoking lung cancer. “The oncologist explained that it had metastasized,” Lehi resident Kerri Robbins said. “So it had gone from my lungs […]
