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‘I didn’t think it would be in my house’: Lung cancer survivor warns of radon risks (globalnews.ca)
submitted 1 year ago by sik0fewl@kbin.social to c/canada@lemmy.ca
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Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer in Canada for nonsmokers, as the radioactive gas can build up to hazardous levels indoors.

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[–] MeowWeHaveAProblem@toast.ooo 10 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (1 children)

It is not canada specific. There are maps online like https://radonmap.com/ found another one here https://radonkit.ca/blog/radon-gas-map-for-canada-potential-radon-levels-across-canada/

I didn't think my area was high but all the maps I find say it is. Maybe time for a test...

Edit: fixed link.

[–] GenitalHurricane@lemmy.world 4 points 1 year ago

100% recommend a professional test and not just disposable things. They'll set up a few machines on tripods for a few days and you'll get to see highs/lows in different rooms instead of just a yes/no or a peak value. Can really help make a good decision about mitigation