What to Know About the Dangers of Radon Gas in Your Home

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You can’t touch it, see it, or smell it but radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer outside of cigarette smoking.

Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas. It’s found in soil, rock, and even water as the breakdown of uranium. When uranium is broken down, it’s released into the air and can build up, causing critical long-term health effects.

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Original Article Source Credits:   Healthline, https://www.healthline.com/

Article Written By:   Rajiv Bahl 

Original Article Posted on:  February 12, 2019

Link to Original Article:  https://www.healthline.com/health-news/what-to-know-about-radon-dangers

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