It has no smell and you can’t see it. It may be lurking in your home undetected. I am talking about radon gas. It is a radioactive gas that comes from the ground, released from the breakdown of uranium and radium in the soil. Through small openings in a home such as in cracks, along wall […]
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Radon in Canada: Should the government offer a Tax Credit for Radon Remediation?
Reducing Exposure to Radon in Canada Radon gas is a known carcinogen that exists in our homes and is linked with 16% of lung cancer deaths in Canada. While the US and many European governments have mature radon policies to protect their citizenry, the problem of radon in Canada is a new challenge that the […]
Radon gas is one of the top 10 causes of preventable cancers in Alberta
Preventable Cancers in Alberta It is World Cancer Day today and to mark this day, Alberta Health Services has released the results of a new study that shows that half of the cancers in Alberta are preventable. Before going any further, lets clarify what “preventable” means. Most cancers are caused by genetic, environmental exposures and […]
