January is National Radon Action Month; the American Lung Association urges every household to test for radon gas CHICAGO , Jan. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Radon, a colorless, odorless and tasteless gas is responsible for around 21,000 deaths each year and continues to be the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States . During January's National Radon Action Month , the American Lung Association is urging everyone to help save lives by testing their home for radon and mitigating if high levels are detected.
Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas emitted from the ground, and can be found at dangerous levels inside homes, schools and other buildings in every U.S. state.
Radon gas can be inhaled into the lungs, attacking cells with dangerous, cancer-causing radiation. For National Radon Action Month, the Lung Association offers facts and tips to protect families from radon exposure: To learn more about radon testing and mitigation, visit at Lung.org/radon and take the Lung Association's free Radon Basics course at Lung.
org/Radon-Basics . About the American Lung Association The American Lung Association is the leading organization working to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease through education, advocacy and research. The work of the American Lung Association is focused on four strategic imperatives: to defeat lung cancer; to champion clean air for all; to improve the quality of life for those with lung disease and their families; an.
