Learn what radon is, how it affects your health, and the steps you can take to protect yourself and your family. Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers in the United …

Radon is a contaminant that affects indoor air quality worldwide. Because radon is denser than air it accumulates in basements and crawlspaces under dwellings.

4 days ago · Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that can cause lung cancer. You can’t see or smell radon. Testing is the only way to know your level of exposure. Radon can have a …

Dec 11, 2025 · Radon is an odorless, invisible, radioactive gas naturally released from rocks, soil, and water. Radon can get into homes and buildings through soil, small cracks or holes in your …

Radon is a radioactive substance, which means it emits radiation (a type of energy). Radiation can damage your cells, leading to cancer. Experts estimate that radon exposure is the second …

Dec 11, 2025 · Radon, chemical element, a heavy radioactive gas of Group 18 (noble gases) of the periodic table, generated by the radioactive decay of radium. It is a colorless gas, 7.5 times …

Jan 5, 2026 · January is National Radon Action Month, and the American Lung Association is raising awareness of the potential health risks of radon and the importance of home testing. …

Sep 10, 2025 · Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that is colorless and odorless. Radon comes from the natural decay of uranium or thorium, elements found in rocks, soils, …

Radon is an invisible, odorless radioactive gas. It forms when uranium in soil breaks down naturally. Radon is everywhere, and Colorado has higher levels than other regions. Radon …

5 days ago · January is Radon Action Month and the Larimer County Department of Health and Environment (LCDHE) and Larimer County Colorado State University (CSU) Extension Office …