Has your home tested high for radon? Installing a radon mitigation system is worth every penny.
People often think installing a system is optional or “nice to have,” but it can be critical to avoid deadly health outcomes. We’re here to break down the consequences of not installing a radon mitigation system in your home.
Lung cancer
Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer in non-smokers, and an estimated 21,000 Americans die annually from radon-induced lung cancer. Because our senses can’t detect radon and because lung cancer often mimics mild conditions, most people don’t receive a diagnosis until they hit stage three or four. By that point, their diagnosis may be terminal.
Childhood blood cancer
A new study from Oregon State University found that children exposed to radon have a higher risk of developing leukemia, even if they were exposed to levels lower than the Environmental Protection Agency’s recommended action level. This study included counties in Utah and is a critical step in increasing our understanding of the impact of radon on children.
Attention deficit issues in children
A new study in NeuroImage found radon exposure may have an impact on brain development in children. Though the sample was relatively small, children who had been exposed to radon had different brain activity compared to those who had not. They found children had trouble efficiently staying on task, and there may be issues with the areas of the brain that mature throughout adolescence.
Radon can impact anyone who lives in a home with a high level. While radon may impact children and adults in different ways, they can all be detrimental. Click here to request a free radon test today and protect yourself and your loved ones' health.
