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Should I test for radon? (infographic)

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Organization: Health Canada

Published: 2021-10-22

Have you tested your home for radon?

Yes

Did you use a long-term (3-month) test?

Yes

Was your result below 200Footnote 1?

Yes
  • Your home is below the Canadian Guideline. You do not need to take action to reduce your radon level.
    • No
  • Your radon level is high. Techniques to lower radon levels are easy, effective and can save lives. Visit Canada.ca/radon or call 1-833-723-6600 to find a certified mitigation professional near you to reduce your radon level today.
    • No
  • Test you home for radon today! A long-term (3-month) test during the fall/winter months is the most accurate way to test for radon.
    • No

    Did you know that radon is the #1 cause of lung cancer for non-smokers?

    Yes
    • Test you home for radon today! A long-term (3-month) test during the fall/winter months is the most accurate way to test for radon.
    No
    • Lung cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in Canada. It is the leading cause of deaths from cancer for both men and women in Canada.
      • Test you home for radon today! A long-term (3-month) test during the fall/winter months is the most accurate way to test.

    COVID-19 Public Health measures mean that we are all spending more time at home. Reduce your lung cancer risk and test your home for radon today!

    Visit Canada.ca/radon or call 1-833-723-6600.

    Footnotes

    Footnote 1

    Radon is measured in becquerels per metre3 (Bq/m3)

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