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Sales of radon testing kits skyrocket in New Brunswick after Health Canada campaign

Published January 29, 2020 8:03 pm

Radon gas is the number one cause of lung cancer for non-smokers and it can often seep into homes undetected.

Hastings Prince Edward Public Health offering free radon kits during study

Published November 4, 2019 5:08 pm

The public health unit is handing out 850 radon tests for free in the Hastings and Prince Edward region.

Dangerous radon levels prevalent in a third of Saskatchewan homes

Published February 11, 2020 4:31 pm

The Lung Association says radon exposure is the second leading cause of lung cancer next to smoking.

Short-term radon kits not effective for testing in homes: University of Calgary study

Published December 4, 2019 5:20 pm

“We need to know exactly what factors influence high and low radon in Canadian homes."

Regina may have the most radon-exposed population in the world: researcher

Published February 18, 2020 7:35 pm

The Prairies have the second highest radon levels in the world, behind only Poland, according to new research that shows the story gets worse for Saskatchewan, and worse again in Regina.

Nova Scotia invests $30,000 to cut the waiting list for radon detectors in half

Published November 21, 2019 12:31 pm

Radon is odourless, colourless and is linked to an increased risk of developing lung cancer.

Former Kingston-area contractor says more needs to be done about radon and it’s harmful effects

Published October 1, 2019 8:26 am

Radon is an established cause of lung cancer and concentrations of odourless gas can vary across geographic regions.

Public Health warns of radon levels after high numbers recorded in several Kingston-area homes

Published August 12, 2019 4:23 pm

Public health officials say more than one in five homes tested showed high levels of radon, a potentially harmful radioactive gas.

Research suggests exposure to deadly radon gas in Alberta homes varies depending on where you live

Published December 10, 2018 7:20 pm

New research from the University of Calgary suggests that one in six homes in rural Alberta have dangerous levels of radon gas.

Is there too much radon in your home? Only 6 per cent of Canadians test for dangerous gas

Published July 9, 2017 6:00 pm

Radon gas is colourless and odourless but over time, it can prove deadly. Health Canada is working to increase public awareness of the danger, but is it enough?

Free radon test kits available in Summerland

Published November 19, 2019 9:30 pm

Summerland Healthy Community Initiative is hosting an awareness information session on radon gas.

Okanagan a hotspot for deadly radon gas

Published January 15, 2019 9:27 pm

Officials are warning people in the Okanagan to get their homes tested for radon. Nearly one in five homes test above provincial guidelines.

Health Canada, Saskatchewan health groups warn residents about dangers of radon

Published November 26, 2018 2:31 pm

Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in Canada and Saskatchewan is a hot spot.

Manitoba homes rank 2nd highest in Canada for radon contamination

Published November 17, 2018 8:07 am

Manitoba has the second highest rate of radon in homes across Canada. Officials are urging residents to test for the odourless and tasteless gas in your home.