If you smoke and your home has high radon levels, your risk of lung cancer is especially high. State Division of Health researchers found that nearly one-tenth of tested homes have radon levels that surpass federal limits. Radon comes from the natural decay of radioactive materials in rock and soil. The only way to know the radon level in a house is to measure it. Every home should be tested.
Tests are inexpensive and easy to do.
If you are planning on buying a home or selling your home, have it tested for radon. For new homes, ask if radon resistant construction features have been used. Take steps to prevent device interference when conducting a radon test. Facts Consumer's Guide To Radon Reduction Copyright 2001 by Channel 3000. The Associated Press contributed to this report.