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Radon

Radon exposure causes lung cancer

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Radon gas causes cancer.

What science tells us

Radon is a colorless, odorless gas that, after long-term exposure, can lead to lung cancer. Radon breaks down into radioactive elements in the air, which are absorbed into the body.

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2022-08-25T19:32:25+00:00Categories: Occupational & environmental exposure|Tags: , |

Lead

Lead exposure causes cancer

What you may have heard

Exposure to lead causes cancer.

What science tells us

Lead is harmful, regardless of the type of lead exposure (breathing in, swallowing, or absorbing through the skin), but the body absorbs the highest levels of lead when […]

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2022-08-25T14:50:49+00:00Categories: Occupational & environmental exposure|Tags: |
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