DHS Encourages Homeowners, Property Owners, and Schools to Test for Radon

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DHS Encourages Homeowners, Property Owners, and Schools to Test for Radon Radon, a colorless, odorless gas, can seep into homes through their foundation and be deadly at high levels. In Wisconsin, 1 in 10 homes has elevated levels. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer, and approximately 962 Wisconsinites have radon-induced lung cancer. Fortunately, radon is easy to test for and leaks can be fixed. This National Radon Action Month, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is encouraging home and building owners, and schools, to understand their…

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December 17, 2024

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Radon can be a silent killer. Protect yourself and your loved ones by testing your home.

Changes to your housing can be exciting and sometimes stressful life events. Whether you’re moving into a new home, doing renovations, evaluating your home’s current condition, or selling it, there’s one important action item you should include on your to-do list: testing your house’s radon levels. Radon is an invisible, odorless, and tasteless gas that […]

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Advancing the Science of Cancer in Latinos: 2024 Conference Proceedings

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