Lung Association Report: High Levels of Cancer-Causing Radon Gas Detected in 35.3% of New Hampshire Homes During National Radon Action Month in January.

During National Radon Action Month in January, the American Lung Association urges everyone to test their home for radon. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer and the “State of Lung Cancer” report reveals that it is detected at high levels in about 35.3% of homes in New Hampshire. During January for National Radon Action Month, the American Lung Association in New Hampshire 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. Radon is odorless, tasteless and colorless, and can enter a home through cracks in floors, basement walls, foundations and other openings. Radon can be present at high levels inside homes, schools and other buildings. It is responsible for an estimated 21,000 lung cancer deaths every year and is the leading cause of lung cancer in people who have never smoked.

Here in New Hampshire about 35.3% of radon test results equal or exceed the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) action level of 4 pCi/L, according to the Lung Association’s “State of Lung Cancer” report.

After high levels are detected, a radon professional should install a radon mitigation system, which is easy and relatively affordable.

Learn more about radon testing and mitigation at Lung.org/radon