Oct. 15-21 is Federal Radon Action Week, according to the
Surgeon General. Health agencies throughout the United States
have joined forces to promote awareness of the leading cause of
lung cancer for non-smokers. The American Lung Association,
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and National Cancer
Institute all agree that radon is a national health problem and
encourage radon testing during the October awareness drive.
Radon is a naturally-occurring, invisible and odorless
radioactive gas. One in 15 American homes contains high levels
of radon. Millions of Americans are unknowingly exposed to this
dangerous gas, say health officials. In fact, a recent study by
Harvard University ranks radon as America’s No. 1 in-home
hazard. By taking simple steps to test your home for radon and
fix if necessary, this health hazard can be avoided. Radon gas
is not isolated to certain geographical areas or home types.
Radon problems have been detected in homes in every county of
the U.S. It caused more American fatali