Radon a Real Health Risk

Radon a Real Health Risk

Radon is a real health risk which many people are unaware of.

Chances are good you have heard of radon from somewhere - probably on the 6 o'clock news or a morning talk show.  You also probably know it is considered a health risk but from there most people know very little  Unfortunately, the health risks of radon are quite real and affect about one in every 15 homes in america!

What is radon?
Radon is a colorless,  oderless, and  tasteless gas that is naturally found in rock and soil.  So, how does it get into your house if it's found in rock and soil?  Radon seeps into the home through cracks in your home's foundation and/or basement.  Cinder block  walls are also likely to allow radon into your home as the material is naturally porus. 

What does radon do?
Radon is a radioactive  gas and is the 2nd leading cause of lung cancer.  In fact, the U.S. Surgeon General has gone on record to say that more than 20,000 Americans die each year from radon-related lung cancer!   Clearly the health risk is real and something that shoud be taken seriously.

What can you do about radon?
Testing is the most important thing you can do and luckily itsn't expensive. For $10-15 dollars you can purchase a radon test kit from your  county health department or even a local hardware store.