by Margaret HendersonThe Maryland Department of Health has presented new mapping in order to promote knowledge about radon in Maryland and its health effects and encourage testing for radon. Data provided for testing between January 2005 and April 2016 was supplied by laboratories including those o…
by Margaret HendersonThe California Geological Survey has released an interactive map that provides information on radon potential in areas of California where the Survey has completed radon potential maps. See the map at http://maps.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/radon/
The map was produced in cooperation…
by Margaret HendersonThe Oregon Health Authority Radon Awareness Program has updated its Radon Risk Map, effective January 2018. The Program uses the interactive map to inform the public of potential hazards of radon. Encouraging testing, mitigation and radon resistance new construction are othe…
by Margaret HendersonGovernor Hogan of Maryland began Radon Action Month with a proclamation, naming Radon Gas Awareness Week, January 21 – 27, 2018. The Maryland Department of Health, Housing and Community Development, together with local health departments joined to educate Maryland residents abo…
by Margaret HendersonIn Pennsylvania, 40% of the homes tested have elevated radon levels, in excess of the 4 pCi/L recommended action level of the USEPA. The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) provides outreach and assistance to the public in an effort to encourage testing and…
by Margaret HendersonThe Nevada State Division of Public and Behavioral Health, through a USEPA grant, produced in cooperation with University of Nevada Cooperative Extension, a series of maps by years 2015, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, and 2009. Two types of maps per year are produced, showing:
· Nevada…