'Radon levels' presentation slideshows

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Keep it Maintained

Steps to a Healthier Home. Keep it Maintained. Learning Objectives. Contaminants & Maintenance. Maintenance. Solid waste Water supply Sewer system Heating/cooling/dehumidification/humidification Cooking Ventilation Rainwater control/drainage Structural integrity

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URANIUM AND RADON: A PUBLIC HEALTH PERSPECTIVE

URANIUM AND RADON: A PUBLIC HEALTH PERSPECTIVE. Jean-Claude Dessau, md MSSS. Uranium. Heavy metal, radioactive, occurs naturally anywhere on earth 3 natural radio-isotopes : 238U (99,28 %), 235U (0,71 %), 234U (0,0054 %) Estimated World production : 44 000 Tons/Year Canada

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Radon in Virginia Real Estate Transactions

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Programas de Radon en Irlanda

Programas de Radon en Irlanda. Tony Colgan Principal Scientific Officer Radiological Protection Institute of Ireland. Radiological Protection Institute of Ireland. Programa de Radon en Irlanda. Viviendas Colegios Puestos de Trabajo Varios Otros Iniciativos. Niveles de Referencia.

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Jonjalyn Baskin

Jonjalyn Baskin. Walden University PUBH 6165-7 Spring 2009. Radon: Is Your Home Putting Your Health at Risk?. Educational Goals. Increase knowledge of the hazards of radon among Loudoun County residents in Northern Virginia Increase the number of homes with radon detectors in Loudoun County

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RADON KEY MESSAGES

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Overview of Radon in Ireland

Overview of Radon in Ireland. David Pollard. What is radon What is the scale of the problem How can we fix the problem A national strategy. What is radon. Radon is a naturally occurring carcinogenic gas. Relased from rocks and soils and can accumulate in homes and other buildings.

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Case Study: Taos Pueblo Indoor Air Quality

Case Study: Taos Pueblo Indoor Air Quality. Evelyn Martinez, Air Quality Programs Manager Taos Pueblo Environmental Office. National Tribal Forum Conference on Air Quality San Diego, California April 17-19, 2007. Community Profile.

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Radon as a Consideration in Virginia Real Estate Transactions (Abbreviated Version)

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GlobeSpec National Residential and Environmental Inspections

GlobeSpec National Residential and Environmental Inspections. Radon Service Program RSP. Overview. This program was specifically designed for the changing needs of the relocation industry. It is a viable alternative to traditional radon testing. It is easy to understand and administer.

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A.R. Denman, R.G.M. Crockett, C.J. Groves-Kirkby, P.S. Phillips.

Short and Long-Term Radon Measurements in Domestic Premises: Reporting Results in Terms of the HPA Action and Target Levels. A.R. Denman, R.G.M. Crockett, C.J. Groves-Kirkby, P.S. Phillips.

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Radon Gas Hazard in Utah

Radon Gas Hazard in Utah. Steven Lizotte GEOG 1700 Fall 2013. Radiation symbol: Nicholas Raymond, http://www.flickr.com/photos/80497449@N04/8677736772/. What is Radon Gas?. A radioactive Gas Odorless, colorless, and tasteless The second leading cause of lung and bronchus cancer

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Cancer Health News: January 2011 is National Radon Action Mo

(1888PressRelease) The EPA has designated January 2011 as National Radon Action Month. "This is an ideal time to check the radon levels in your home and workplace," states Benjamin Ingalls, a Certified Radon Mitigation Specialist with Air Quality Control Agency of Denver, Colorado.

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Radon Mitigation Atlanta 404-522-9708 - Hotline for GA Radon

(1888PressRelease) Radon Mitigation Atlanta is now offering home and business owners a number of ways to ensure their safety. Radon is a radioactive element that is extremely toxic. It is a colorless, odorless gas that is derived from the decay of radium. Radon Mitigation Atlanta GA can test properties for the presence of the toxic gas. For FREE information about radon gas, call 1-800-NO-RADON or (404) 522-9708.

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Radon Action Week Oct 17-24

(1888PressRelease) October 24th, 2010 is Radon Awareness Week in The United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend radon testing for all homes, schools, and offices. "Radon gas causes over 20,000 deaths every year," states Jamey Gelina, Radon Remediation Specialist of Air Quality Control Agency. "Testing is easy and radon problems can be fixed" adds Mr. Gelina.

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Harvard Study Reveals that Radon is the Leading In-Home Heal

(1888PressRelease) Harvard conducts study that reveals that radon gas is the number one in-home health hazard. SWAT Environmental provides solutions to radon gas issues.

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October 20-26 is Radon Action Week! Radon Action Week

1888 Press Release - The event is scheduled for October 20-26, and offers homeowners the opportunity to see up close the dangers of radioactive radon gas in the home.

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January is Radon Awareness Month,

1888 Press Release - Radon Awareness Month in January is a month dedicated to informing people about the dangers of radon gas. 20,000 people die a year because of radon gas and several people aren't even aware it exist. So Radon Awareness Month was created to inform people about this serious threat.

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High-Risk For Radon In Colorado

1888PressRelease - The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment recently increased the risk level of 12 counties in Colorado. All 64 counties in Colorado are now considered high risk for radon exposure. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment decided to increase the risk levels of these 12 counties after reviewing the average radon levels throughout the state.

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