Protecting yourself from radon
Updated: 30 September 2022
Manuela Leporesi
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- Measure the radon level in your home, which is easy and cheap by using radon detectors
- Depending on the country, obtain a radon detector from a radon testing service
- Or check with the local government for radon detectors
- Alternatively check with the national agency in charge of radiation safety
- Ask a radon expert or consultant how to reduce radon in your home
- Ask a radon expert or consultant how to prevent radon when building a new home
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