Utah radon expert advises: ‘It is imperative to test for radon in Utah’ [Video]

One in three Utah homes have a high level of radioactive gas that causes lung cancer—and most Utahns don’t know it.

What radon is

Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that forms when uranium in the ground decays. The gas is prevalent in Utah due to the high frequency of uranium deposits throughout the state.

While the levels of radon in the air outside do not pose a significant threat to our lungs, radon becomes dangerous when it gets trapped inside homes or other structures, builds up, and is breathed in over a prolonged period.

Why you should care

Radon exposure causes 21,000 lung cancer deaths per year and should not be taken lightly. Conservatively, 33% of homes tested in Utah have high radon levels, but some studies show that over 50% of Utah homes have concerning radon concentrations.

Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer in non-smokers and the second leading cause of lung …