Neenah-Menasha, Oshkosh, Fond du Lac, Waupaca, Waupun,
Kaukauna and Green Bay Areas -
Radon Exposure Affects Health Wherever You Live
Radon in the News
Feb 10, 2011 Video Link from the Dr. Oz Show: The #1 Cancer Risk at Home, Pt 1.
Read Radon: A Danger in Your Home by Rebecca Morley, Executive Director, National Center for Healthy Housing
Gail Orcutt was diagnosed with lung cancer and had to have her left lung removed. When she was home recovering, she came across an article about lung cancer in non-smokers and first learned about Radon. She tells her story in the video above.
Homeowners Encouraged to Obtain Radon Test Kits – Jan 27, 2011 Post Crescent Article
Elevated Levels of Radon in the Fox Valley – NBC 26 Report
Radon Levels Higher in NE Wisconsin – Jan 4, 2011 Fox 11 Report
Exposure to Radon gas had a high cost for this South Carolina family. Follow the links to view a touching three-part news report on WYFF4.com.
Part 1 – A 38 year old mom learns she has lung cancer caused by Radon exposure.
Part 2 – Dying parents leave legacy of memories.
Part 3 – Mom loses battle with Radon caused cancer.
Resources to Learn More About Radon
Heartland Radon Research and Education Program (HRREP)
Information about the Iowa Radon Lung Cancer Study from the University of Iowa College of Public Health
National Environmental Health Administration
This organization trains contractors and others about Radon.
NEHA’s Radon Page
List of Approved Contractors for Radon work
EPA Brochure
Government organization covering Environmental concerns
National Radon Safety Board
Another organization that trains and certifies for Radon Measurement & Mitigation
Wisconsin Radon Program
Wisconsin’s Radon Program-List Contractors
American Association of Radon Scientists & Technologists
Organization of Radon Professionals
American Lung Association
Click on Indoor Air Quality
The National Safety Council
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CanSar
Cancer Survivors Against Radon
National Cancer Institute
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