Radon gas increases risk of ovarian cancer, study says
An invisible radioactive gas could be increasing women's risk for ovarian cancer, a new study says.
Apr 13, 2026
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Inorganic Chemicals: News and Research on Radon
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Maps can encourage home radon testing in the right settings
Risk maps for the cancer-causing gas radon can encourage people to test their homes for the substance, but only if homeowners live in known, higher-risk areas, new University of Oregon research finds. For those living in ...
Feb 16, 2026
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Why be concerned about radon?
Radon is an odorless, invisible radioactive gas. It's naturally released from rocks, soil and water—and it can get trapped inside homes, offices or schools. There's no known safe level of radon. There are no symptoms associated ...
Feb 1, 2026
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Scientists are collecting toenail clippings to reveal radon exposure and lung cancer risk
At 47 years of age, Emi Bossio was feeling good about where she was. She had a successful law practice, two growing children and good health. Then she developed a nagging cough. The diagnosis to come would take her breath ...
Oct 8, 2025
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Radon exposure linked to increased asthma symptoms in children
A radioactive gas could be contributing to asthma among schoolkids, researchers have found.
Feb 20, 2025
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Radon, even at levels below EPA guideline for mitigation, is linked to childhood leukemia
A study of more than 700 counties across multiple U.S. states found a link between childhood leukemia and levels of decaying radon gas, including those lower than the federal guideline for mitigation. The research is published ...
Oct 1, 2024
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Colorless, odorless gas likely linked to alarming rise in non-smoking lung cancer
Although lung cancer is traditionally thought of as a "smoker's disease," a surprising 15–20% of newly diagnosed lung cancers occur in people who have never smoked, many of whom are in their 40s or 50s.
Apr 11, 2024
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Exposure to common environmental carcinogens decreases lifespan happiness, study finds
If improving your outlook on life really was as simple as "don't worry, be happy," then keeping your spirits up would be a piece of cake. Unfortunately, it's not so simple, as a multitude of factors beyond our control can ...
Apr 1, 2024
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Exposure to even moderate levels of radon linked to increased risk of stroke
Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer. Now a new study has found exposure to this invisible, odorless gas is also linked to an increased risk of stroke.
Jan 31, 2024
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Is radon linked to health conditions other than lung cancer?
Radon, a naturally occurring radioactive gas produced when metals like uranium or radium break down in rocks and soil, is a known cause of lung cancer. Now, new research has found exposure to high levels of this indoor air ...
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