Podcasts about national radon action month

In the heart of winter, the Henry and Stark County health departments are gearing up to tackle the season's health challenges. With January being National Radon Action Month in Illinois, officials highlight the dangers of radon, a leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers. Concurrently, the region is experiencing a surge in respiratory illnesses, including flu, RSV, COVID-19, and pneumonia. In response, vaccines are now readily available at all First Choice locations to combat these infections. Additionally, starting January 13th, Toulon will boost its healthcare services by providing a medical provider five days a week to cater to the community's needs.

Devon Page, ASTHO Government Affairs Analyst, says ASTHO wants to work with both parties in Congress to find common ground for the good of public health; Arnold Bogis, ASTHO Senior Analyst and Research Associate, tells us why Buffalo, New York needs an emergency management office; and Carolee Cooper, an Environmental Health Program Specialist with the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, explains how Idaho is promoting awareness during National Radon Action Month. The Buffalo News Webpage: Another Voice – Buffalo needs an emergency management office Idaho Department of Health and Welfare Webpage: Radon

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On Today's episode of the Coffee Break Russ spoke with Jessica about the Panhandle Public Health District and National Radon Action Month.  The Coffee Break is the daily Christian talk and local events program on Hope Radio KCMI 97.1FM serving the Scottsbluff, NE area. Tune in for interviews with authors, musicians, pastors, and others in the Christian community and our local area! Visit our website: www.kcmifm.com Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/kcmifm

Radon-222 is a byproduct of decayed Uranium. The products of radon - known as Radon Decay Products or RDPs - are highly carcinogenic. In fact, Lung cancer from Radon is the 3rd most deadly cancer. It is the 2nd leading cause of lung cancer; the leading cause of lung cancer in non-smokers. Testing for radon, no matter where you are or what type of home you have, is incredibly important. Here, we go over some basics of radon and how to go about doing your own testing. A couple of our favorite home testers: The Corentium Home by Air Things Radon Eye RD200 Have questions about radon? Visit https://www.epa.gov/radon and/or contact us at www.wsinspect.com. Find us on the socials @wsinspect! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Tim Matthews talks with Dan Tranter with the Minnesota Dept. of Health about National Radon Action Month.

This is your WORT Local News for Tuesday, January 4, 2022. On todays show, a pair of bills looking to take voted rights from people convicted of felonies, National Radon Action Month begins, and in the second half, student government, owl pellets, and baby planets.

Today Russ talked about "National Radon Action Month" with Melissa Haas from Panhandle of Public Health. The Coffee Break is the daily Christian talk and local events program on Hope Radio KCMI 97.1FM serving the Scottsbluff, NE area. Tune in for interviews with authors, musicians, pastors, and others in the Christian community and our local area! Visit our website: www.kcmifm.com Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/kcmifm

Today I am joined by Will Graff. Will is a home inspector who is passionate about healthy, energy efficient, and sustainable homes. He is also a strong advocate for radon-testing, which is what he is here to talk about today. Radon is personal for him, and has affected his family in a devastating way. Today, he shares his radon story, and why he urges testing. See more about Will's story here. This podcast is originally posted in January during National Radon Action Month. Make sure you take action! Things You Can Do Ensure your home is tested for radon- test every 2 years if you have not mitigated radon and after home upgrades. More information here -If you need help with mitigation costs, call 1-800-SOS-RADON or go here Find out what your local radon laws are- consider advocating for protective standards The EPA estimates around 1 in 5 schools may have elevated radon levels in at least one frequently-occupied room. Find out if your child's school has been tested for radon and whether it has been mitigated, particularly if close to or over the EPA action level of 4.0 pCi/L Join the Air Health Our Health Fight for Air Climb! Climb on your own terms, your own way, and raise money for the ALA! Or just donate to support our efforts if you don't want to climb. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Visit blog post for more information, or go to airhealthourhealth.org. Follow and comment on Facebook page and Instagram. Record a question or comment on the Anchor podcast site or send an e-mail via the website. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/airhealthourhealth/message

On this episode of the Millennial Realtor Podcast, Conrad talks Energy Savings, National Radon Action Month and 2020 Appliance Resolutions. If you’re looking to Buy, Sell or Invest in Real Estate call 949-310-4110 Realty One Group West REALTOR® Lic 01991663 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/millennialrealtor/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/millennialrealtor/support

The Michigan DNR has a new toolkit available to make use of wood from urban trees. January is National Radon Action Month.

Jamie Luckhardt, BS, Health Educator Naugatuck Valley Health District: January is National Radon Action Month and the Naugatuck Valley Health District (NVHD) is urging residents to test their homes for radon gas, the leading cause of lung cancer in non-smokers. She discussed this with Brad and Paul

Doctors of the USA welcomes Bill Long, Director, Center for Radon and Air Toxics, to talk about how to protect yourself and your family from radon. Listen in as he shares the dangers of radon and how you can protect your family’s health by testing your home for radon gas in 2015.Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer, estimated to cause about 21,000 deaths per year. It can be found all over the U.S. Testing is the only way to know if you and your family are at risk from radon. EPA and the Surgeon General recommend testing all homes. Radon reduction systems work and they are not too costly. Some radon reduction systems can reduce radon levels in your home by up to 99%. For new homes, radon-resistant construction techniques can be effective in preventing radon entry. When installed properly and completely, these simple and inexpensive techniques can help reduce indoor radon levels in homes.Bill Long is the Director of the Center for Radon and Air Toxics in EPA’s Indoor Environments Program. He has over 20 years of experience directing national and international environmental programs to improve air quality and save lives at the US EPA. Check out their website and their  blog.Follow them on Twitter.Read the Citizen's Guide to Radon. 

Doctors of the USA welcomes Bill Long, Director, Center for Radon and Air Toxics, to talk about how to protect yourself and your family from radon. Listen in as he shares the dangers of radon and how you can protect your family’s health by testing your home for radon gas in 2015.Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer, estimated to cause about 21,000 deaths per year. It can be found all over the U.S. Testing is the only way to know if you and your family are at risk from radon. EPA and the Surgeon General recommend testing all homes. Radon reduction systems work and they are not too costly. Some radon reduction systems can reduce radon levels in your home by up to 99%. For new homes, radon-resistant construction techniques can be effective in preventing radon entry. When installed properly and completely, these simple and inexpensive techniques can help reduce indoor radon levels in homes.Bill Long is the Director of the Center for Radon and Air Toxics in EPA’s Indoor Environments Program. He has over 20 years of experience directing national and international environmental programs to improve air quality and save lives at the US EPA. Check out their website and their  blog.Follow them on Twitter.Read the Citizen's Guide to Radon.