Do Granite Countertops Emit Radon?
This Old House magazine analyzes the myth of whether granite countertops can emit dangerous levels of radiation. Citing Bill Brodhead, a Pennsylvania radon mitigation specialist, and the EPA, it concludes that while granite is probably not a dangerous… [Read More] Radon fatalities surpass all in-home hazards When high amounts of radon become trapped in homes, the radioactive gas can be lethal. Prolonged exposure to this odorless, tasteless byproduct of the uranium decay process in soil is the leading cause of lung cancer for nonsmokers in the United States,… [Read More] Polluted Water A Cause of Cancer More and more communities are becoming concerned about potential links between cancer and chemicals found in their drinking water. Whether you drink municipal water or drink from a well, additives and contaminates linked to cancer probably exist in your… [Read More] Clean the Air Inside Your Home Safe food and clean drinking water are central to a healthy lifestyle. Taking into acc
