Radon in The News

National winners will receive award plaques and gift cards for their help in raising awareness for radon testing and informing people of the danger of radon in their homes.

Award reflects businesses’ consistently high level of customer service

Radon is the number one cause of lung cancer among non-smokers and an important national public health issue. In response to this threat, leaders from agencies across the federal government have come together to develop a Federal Radon Action Plan.

The World Health Organization (WHO) has drastically cut the maximum amount of radon -- a naturally occurring gas -- that should be permitted in homes because of strong evidence it causes lung cancer.

The World Health Organization has released their Handbook on Indoor Radon which strongly validates the worldwide threat of exposure to radon gas. WHO now suggests that homeowners take action when radon levels exceed 2.7 pCi/l.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is joining the World Health Organization's first global call-to-action on cancer risk from radon in homes.

The American Association of Radon Scientists and Technologists will hold its 21st International Radon Symposium Sept. 20-23 in St. Louis at the Union Station Marriott.

Senate bill to reduce lung cancer ignores radon gas. Radon is the #2 cause of lung cancer.

Chemicals found in common home furnishings can cause asthma and flu-like symptoms, and your basement or bathroom may be harboring allergy-inducing mold. You could even be experiencing a reaction to a more dangerous substance that could cause kidney damage or cancer.