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Radon is the leading environmental cause of lung cancer in the United States of America, second only to smoking tobacco.

Radon is a colorless, odorless, tasteless, and chemically inert radioactive gas. It is formed by the natural radioactive decay of uranium in rock, soil, and water. It can be found in all 50 states. Testing for it is the only way of telling how much radon is present.

Helpful Links

Below you can find helpful links and documents pertaining to indoor air quality regarding carbon monoxide, mold, and radon. If you would like further information, please call 704-920-1207.

Carbon Monoxide

• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Information
• United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Information
• NCDHHS Carbon Monoxide Information

Mold

• EPA - Indoor air molds
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) - Mold
• Mold and Human Health (PDF)
• Mold Testing

Radon

• North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service - Radon education program (PDF)
• North Carolina Radiation Program
• North Carolina Radon Program

Additional Indoor Air Quality Information

• EPA - Indoor air quality
• Indoor air quality - Epidemiology
• National Safety - Council indoor air program (PDF)