Radon

• It’s time to test your home for radon, Saskatchewan

  Radon, an invisible, natural, odorless gas, can be easily overlooked. As people spend more time indoors over the next few months, it's important to test your home.

  Health

  Nov 9
  
• 10K toenail clippings needed for Canadian study on potential lung cancer risk

  Scientists at the University of Calgary say they are looking for toenail clippings for a study looking into radon gas exposure and potential lung cancer risk.

  Health

  Oct 8
  
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• These radon detectors are being recalled for inaccurate readings

  Two models of the Life Basis brand radon detectors and one model of InkBird Wifi Radon Detector were recalled on Friday over inaccurate radon detection.

  Canada

  Jun 2
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• Recall issued over ineffective radon detectors sold online: Health Canada

  Some radon gas detectors sold on Amazon.ca may not accurately measure radon levels, potentially putting users at risk, Health Canada has warned.

  Health

  May 9
• 1 in 3 Saskatchewan residents at risk of exposure to dangerous radon levels

  Saskatchewan has often been flagged as an area with high radon concentrations. A new study estimates 1-in-3 residents live in homes with dangerous levels of the cancer-causing gas.

  Health

  Nov 6, 2024
• New study shows dangerous levels of radon gas in millions of Canadian homes

  A new study says nearly 10.3 million Canadian homes contain dangerous levels of the cancer-causing gas.

  Health

  Oct 23, 2024
• NB Lung wants provincially-supported radon mitigation program for ‘preventable’ cancer

  The health advocacy organization is disappointed not to see a program to help homeowners mitigate high levels of radon gas in their home.

  Health

  Apr 24, 2024
• Study finds rural ground wells increase risk of higher radon levels

  Radon is a harmful radioactive gas that forms naturally when uranium, thorium or radium break down in rocks, soil and groundwater.

  Health

  Feb 26, 2024
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• Manitoba experts point to the need for more awareness on radon and its dangers

  November is Radon Action Month. Two experts in Manitoba are calling for more awareness on the gas, and the risks it poses to individuals.

  Health

  Nov 3, 2023
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• ‘I didn’t think it would be in my house’: Lung cancer survivor warns of radon risks

  Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer in Canada for nonsmokers, as the radioactive gas can build up to hazardous levels indoors.

  Health

  Nov 3, 2023