January is Radon Action Month
You can’t see, smell, or
taste radon, but it could be present at a dangerous level in your
home. Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer deaths among
nonsmokers in America and claims the lives of about 20,000 Americans
each year. In fact, the EPA and the U.S. Surgeon General urge
all Americans to protect their health by testing their homes,
schools, and other buildings for radon. Exposure to radon is a
preventable health risk and testing radon levels in your home can
help prevent unnecessary exposure. If a high radon level is
detected in your home, you can take steps to fix the problem to
protect yourself and your family.
For a free radon test kit, please visit the West Haven Health
Department.