A bill that would prohibit smoking on gaming floors in Iowa advanced from a House subcommittee Tuesday, though a Senate version of the bill failed to advance.

Lung cancer is a major issue in Canada. In fact, It’s the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the country, accounting for around a quarter—and according to recent research, rates are climbing.

The EPA and the U.S. Surgeon General have determined that exposure to radon gas is the second-leading cause of lung cancer in ...

Radon, a radioactive gas that increases the risk of lung cancer, especially among people who do not smoke, is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the Uni ...

During the winter months, it's a good time to check homes for radon, according to the North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality. Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers, the ...

January is National Radon Action, or Awareness, month and multiple health organizations have campaigned to test for radon ...

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Poor air quality can cause asthma flare-ups, unwanted absences, and even make it harder for students to concentrate and do well on tests. One of the major factors that can put individuals at risk is ...

"Ignoring the number one cause of cancer while focusing only on secondary risks is not sound policy," writes Gary Streit.

Radon gas is an invisible, odorless threat hiding in thousands of South Dakota homes, and many families don’t even know it’s ...

Experts say radon, a radioactive gas trapped under homes, is a leading cause of lung cancer; mitigation systems and testing ...

Radon is colorless and odorless. It’s a radioactive substance, which means it emits radiation. Radiation can damage your cells, consequently cancer. Although studies have been inconclusive, radon ...