NC OSHR Wellness January 2024 - Radon Awareness and Lung Cancer Risks

January is National Radon Action Month. Radon is an odorless gas that can increase the likelihood of lung cancer in both smokers and non-smokers. Want to learn more about this radioactive gas? North Carolina Radon Program Coordinator Phillip Gibson and Associate Director for Community Outreach, Engagement and Equity at Duke Cancer Institute Dr. Tomi Akinyemiju share valuable insight on how to test your home for radon, as well as the impact of climate change on lung cancer due to radon exposure. This enriching conversation highlights preventative measures to protect yourself from radon exposure and the populations across the state most likely to be affected by elevated radon levels.