[StBernard] Protect Your Family from Lung Cancer Caused by Radon

[Westley Annis]

Protect Your Family from Lung Cancer Caused by Radon 


DALLAS - (Jan. 15, 2014) One in 15 homes is affected by elevated radon
levels, so this month the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is
encouraging Americans around the country to test their homes for this
naturally occurring radioactive gas. 

"Radon is a dangerous health threat to our families and communities that can
be easily avoided through simple testing," said EPA Regional Administrator
Ron Curry. "Take action this month and test your home."

EPA recommends four easy steps to protect your home from radon during cold
winter months: First, learn more about testing your home, including how to
obtain an easy-to-use test kit. Secondly, learn more about your state's
radon program and local radon activities. Next, encourage others to learn
more about radon and test their homes. Lastly, buy a radon-resistant home by
looking for builders who use radon-resistant construction.

Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers. Each year about
21,000 Americans die from lung cancer caused by exposure to radon. Testing
is the only way to know if a home has elevated levels of radon.

Affordable do-it-yourself radon test kits are also available online, at many
home improvement and hardware stores, or you can hire a qualified radon
professional. More information on how to test, obtain a test kit, contact
your state radon office, and find a qualified radon professional is
available at http://www.epa.gov/radon
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