Radon in Colorado

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There could be a silent danger in your home: radon—a naturally occurring radioactive gas that you can’t see, smell, or taste.

Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer and is responsible for about 21,000 lung cancer deaths each year in the U.S.

Radon gas forms underground from the breakdown of uranium in rock and soil. It can seep into your home through cracks in the foundation, basement, or crawl space. Once inside, radon can become trapped and build up to dangerous levels.

When you breathe air containing radon, tiny radioactive particles get trapped in your lungs. These particles break down and release small bursts of energy that can damage lung tissue over time, potentially leading to lung cancer.

There are no immediate symptoms from radon exposure. It has no irritating effects or warning signs.

The only way to know if your home has a radon problem is to test for it.

Do-it-yourself test kits are simple to use and inexpensive. You can also work with a professional to test your home.

If your test results show elevated levels, work with a professional to install a mitigation system. These systems collect radon gas from underneath the home and vent it outside, reducing radon levels indoors.

Knowing your level of radon risk—and fixing it if high levels are present—may save a life.

Test. Fix. Save a life.

Learn more at Lung.org/radon

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