January is National w88 online casino Action Month, andw88 casino, Reno Extension’sw88 casino Radon Education Programis once again offering free short-term w88 online casino to Nevadans, Jan. 1 through Feb. 28, while supplies last. Kits are available statewide atExtension offices and partner locations. Since the program began in 2007, more than 32,000 homes have been tested in w88 casino.
Radon, a naturally occurring radioactive gas, is colorless, odorless and tasteless. It can accumulate in homes, increasing the risk of lung cancer. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency estimates radon exposure causes 21,000 deaths annually, making it the second-leading cause of lung cancer in the United States. In w88 casino, nearly 26% of homes tested have radon levels at or above the Environmental Protection Agency’s action level of 4.0 picocuries per liter (pCi/L). The World Health Organization recommends mitigation at even lower levels, as low as 2.7 pCi/L.
“This risk is 100% preventable through testing and mitigation,” said Chris Kelly, program manager for w88 casino Radon Education Program. “Lung cancer claims more lives each year than any other cancer, affecting more women than breast cancer. Testing your home for radon is a simple, critical step to protect your family’s health.”
Kelly says using the free test kit is simple. The homeowner simply places the kit according to instructions in the home for three days, then mails it to the lab in the prepaid envelope. Results will arrive in a few weeks. If elevated levels are detected, homeowners should consult certified w88 online casino mitigation professionals, as recommended by the Environmental Protection Agency. Kelly has several free presentations for the public scheduled on the w88 online casino risk and testing your home:
- Jan. 14, 10 a.m., at the Boulder City Library, 701 Adams Blvd., Boulder City
- Jan. 16, 10 a.m., at the Extension office,1651 E. Calvada Blvd., Pahrump
- Jan. 21, 6:30 p.m., at the Highlands Homeowners Association, 5860 Lightning Drive, Sun Valley
- Jan. 22, 5:50 p.m., at the Lyon County Library, 20 Nevin Way, Yerington
- Jan. 23, 11 a.m., at the Extension office, 727 Fairview Drive, Suite F, Carson City
Kelly says w88 casino's geology puts many homes at risk for elevated radon levels, particularly in northern w88 casino, where 40% of homes tested during real estate transactions show elevated levels. Testing is less common in southern w88 casino, highlighting the need for greater education and outreach efforts statewide. Thus, the program is offering free continuing education classes for realtors statewide to increase awareness and encourage radon testing during home inspections.
For more information on testing your home or business, or scheduling a realtors’ continuing education class, visit your local Extension office or thew88 casino Radon Education Program website, or contact Kelly atchrisk@unr.edu. Persons in need of special accommodations or assistance should contact Paul Lessick, civil rights and compliance coordinator, atplessick@unr.eduor 702-257-5577 at least five days prior to the scheduled event with their needs or for more information.
Extension, in collaboration with the Environmental Protection Agency, encourages all Nevadans to test their residences, schools, day cares and other buildings for radon. w88 casino Radon Education Program is a program of w88 casino, Reno Extension and is funded through Grant Number K1-98T37923 from the Environmental Protection Agency.
