Alpine County HHS Observes RADON AWARENESS WEEK
January 26-30, 2026, is Radon Awareness Week. This year’s theme is “What’s Your Radon Story?” Each day of the week features facts about radon with related graphics, social media messages, and highlighted radon story:
• Monday: Who is affected by radon? (Radon is a radioactive gas. Homes with high radon levels have been found in every state)
• Tuesday: What are the health effects of radon? (Breathing radon can increase your risk of lung cancer)
• Wednesday: Where are people exposed to radon? (People are exposed to radon when the gas enters and is trapped in their home).
• Thursday: When should I install a radon reduction system? (First test for radon in your home. If concentrations of radon exceed the USEPA action level, consider remediation).
• Friday: Why should I raise awareness about radon? (It’s never too late to reduce your risk of lung cancer. Don’t wait to test and fix a radon problem.)
FOR A FREE RADON TEST KIT, PLEASE ASK AT HHS FRONT DESK OR CALL (530)694-2235.