Radon Program
Radon is a naturally occurring, odorless, colorless, tasteless, radioactive gas produced from the radioactive decay of radium,
found in most soils and earthen construction materials. Radon is the second
leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S. after smoking, and the leading cause of
lung cancer among non-smokers. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
estimates that radon is responsible for more than 21,000 lung cancer deaths per
year. Data collected by the department indicates that 1 in 5
Florida residences have elevated radon levels. The only way
to know the radon levels in your home is to test. * Contact us: 1-800-543-8279.
TEST your home Today !The World Health Organization and Environmental Protection Agency have
announced a call to action for Americans to test their homes for Radon Gas,
which has been identified as the leading cause of lung cancer for non-smokers in
the U.S.
The Florida Department of Health is working with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in a nationwide campaign to
educate Americans about the dangers of radon exposure and to encourage them to take action to protect their homes and families.
EPA has also received the support of former and current NFL players like
Fuad Reveiz (formerly with the Minnesota Vikings
supports radon resistant construction) and
Chester Pitts
(with the Seattle
Seahawks
supports testing for radon) 2012 State Portion of the National Radon Poster Contest Winners Announced
Other Program Information.Radon Public Service Announcements and other links. Radon test kits: View a list of certified radon measurement businesses (33KB PDF file) offering Radon Measurement kits and Analytical Laboratory Services, or contact certified radon measurement businesses. These businesses use NRPP and/or NRSB radon proficient devices. You may also order radon test kits from the National Radon Program.
Radon Resistant New Construction: Information on Radon/Radiation and granite counter tops About radiation (400 KB PDF) About lung cancer (72 KB PDF) |
