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American Lung Association calls for increased radon testing in Pennsylvania

Though testing, screening, and treating lung cancer has improved in Pennsylvania, some residents are at risk of radon exposure, according to a report.
By Zoë Read/WHYY

Radon gas is dangerous and extremely common in Pennsylvania, causing a significant health risk

Radon gas is a byproduct of naturally-occurring uranium as the element breaks down underground, then enters through cracks or leaks in a home or building foundation.

By Merideth Bucher/WITF

Radon in schools? Bill would begin to mandate testing in radon-dense Pa.

“Because of our geology, nearly every county in Pennsylvania has locations of high radon levels."
By Kaity Kline/WHYY

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