What you should know about radon gas
By Jules Knox Reporter/Anchor
There could be a potentially deadly killer in your home that you might not know about. Continue reading
Radon
Is there too much radon in your home? Only 6 per cent of Canadians test for dangerous gas
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? Continue reading
1 in 8 Calgary homes exceed Health Canada’s acceptable radon level: study
A new study suggests homes in Calgary and throughout southern Alberta may have dangerously high levels of radon gas. Continue reading
New Brunswickers urged to take radon levels in homes more seriously
By Andrew Cromwell Digital Broadcast Journalist
A Health Canada survey found 21 per cent of New Brunswick homes had radon levels above the Health Canada guideline. Continue reading
Calgary homeowners urged to test for cancer causing gas
By Heather Yourex-West Health Reporter
When Jon Fennell built his dream home outside of Cochrane a few years ago, he didn’t expect to renovate so soon. That changed after he learned dangerous amounts of radon gas has been leaking into his house. Continue reading
Vernon housing society takes proactive approach to radon
By Megan Turcato North Okanagan Video Journalist
The risk associated with indoor radon gas has prompted the Vernon Native Housing Society to start testing some of their units for the substance. Continue reading
Three New Brunswick schools test for elevated radon gas levels
The province says it’s working to reduce radon levels in three schools in the province that recently tested positive for high levels of the gas. Continue reading
Okanagan residents urged to take action to reduce radon risk
It’s considered to be a major public health concern but few people are taking notice… Continue reading
Saskatchewan radon gas levels higher than national average
By Kim Smith Reporter
Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in Canada. However, Health Canada says one in three people are unaware. Continue reading
Radon gas can seep into home, cause lung cancer
It’s a naturally occurring radioactive gas that can seep through cracks and crevices in houses and other enclosed spaces — and can cause lung cancer. Continue reading
