Radon Control Activities for Lung Cancer Prevention in National Comprehensive Cancer Control Program Plans, 2005–2011

Introduction Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer among smokers and the leading cause among nonsmokers. The US Environmental Protection Agency recommends that every home be tested for radon. Comprehensive Cancer Control (CCC) programs develop cancer coalitions that coordinate funding and...

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Main Authors: Antonio Neri, MD, MPH, Sherri L. Stewart, PhD, William Angell, MS
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 2013-08-01
Series:Preventing Chronic Disease
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Online Access:http://www.cdc.gov/pcd/issues/2013/12_0337.htm