Lung cancer is a major issue in the United States. Thousands of lives are lost every year to this virulent disease and, thanks to many conflicting awareness campaigns, it can be difficult for the average American to understand how to better prevent it. Although smoking and exposure to hazardous city chemicals are commonly cited as contributors to lung cancer, there’s a more insidious and widely spread element that finds its way into everyday lungs. Radon gas is a chemical present in many an American home and can even affect your family if unchecked over a long period of time. How…
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Radon gas is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States. Responsible for as many as 20,000 lung cancer deaths each year, according to the EPA and Surgeon General’s Office, radon is a radioactive gas that can infect our homes and living environment undetected. If this is the first time you’ve heard of radon gas, you aren’t alone. Despite being the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S., the dangers of radon gas exposure are not commonly known. The good news is you’re here now, and we’ve compiled a concise list of the most important…