Radon

Helpful Resources

Check with your local or provincial environmental office for more information about radon exposure in your area and where you can find home radon test kits. These offices may also be able to help you find qualified contractors with experience and training in radon removal. For additional resources, see the Other Places to Get Help section of this topic.

Most countries have agencies that provide information about environmental protection. Contact your local environmental agency for more information about radon exposure in your area.


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Author: Douglas Dana
Monica Rhodes
Last Updated: April 26, 2007
Medical Review: Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine
Andrew Swan, MD, CCFP, FCFP - Family Medicine
R. Steven Tharratt, MD, MPVM, FACP, FCCP - Pulmonology, Critical Care, Medical Toxicology

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Topic Contents
 Topic Overview
 Health Effects of Radon Exposure
 What Increases Your Risk of Radon Exposure
 How to Test for Radon
 How to Prevent, Reduce, or Remove Radon
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