The Surgeon General has warned that radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States. There are currently no conclusive data on whether children are at greater risk than adults from radon. No specific subtype of lung cancer is associated with radon exposure. Only smoking causes more cases of lung cancer. If you smoke and you are exposed to elevated radon levels, your risk of lung cancer is especially high. The U.S. See similar questions...

No immediate symptoms. Based on an updated Assessment of Risk for Radon in Homes, radon in indoor air is estimated to cause about 21,000 lung cancer deaths each year in the United States. Smokers are at higher risk of developing Radon-induced lung cancer. Lung cancer is the only health effect which has been definitively linked with radon exposure. Lung cancer would usually occur years (5-25) after exposure. See similar questions...

The Surgeon General has warned that Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the US. Only smoking causes more cases of lung cancer. Smokers exposed to elevated Radon levels have a much higher risk of lung cancer. Radon exposure does not cause any short-term health effects such as shortness of breath, headaches, respiratory illnesses, coughing or headaches. Water with high levels of radon may also pose a risk. See similar questions...

Not that we know for sure. No other cancers or diseases have yet been positively associated with radon exposure. However, radon is absorbed into the body and can irradiate tissues other than the lung. TOP See similar questions...

Long-term exposure to elevated Radon concentrations increases the risk of developing lung cancer. The magnitude of the risk depends on the Radon concentration present and the duration of the exposure. Back to the Top According to current scientific knowledge, there is no other health effect associated with exposure to radon gas. Back to the Top Yes. See similar questions...

Some symptoms might include a runny nose, sneezing, itchy or watery eyes, and respiratory complaints. Symptoms often resemble those of allergies and asthma. See similar questions...

No. There is no evidence that radon exposure causes any other form of cancer, or other respiratory diseases such as asthma, or symptoms such as persistent coughing or headaches. See similar questions...

Since 1997, when the EPA first set particle standards, more than 2,000 scientific studies have shown links between particulate matter and a host of illnesses. In California, the California Air Resources Board has found that premature deaths linked to particulate matter are now at levels comparable to deaths from traffic accidents and second-hand smoke. See similar questions...

Asbestos exposure is responsible for a number of diseases that range from being debilitating to incurably fatal. Some of the more common asbestos-related diseases include: Malignant mesothelioma and asbestos lung cancer are the only two asbestos-related diseases that are directly fatal. Asbestosis is a type of inflammatory lung disease that can cause a decrease in total lung capacity and lead to heart failure; however, the disease itself is not a direct cause of death. See similar questions...

Secondhand smoke exposure is a known risk factor for lung cancer. Approximately 3,000 lung cancer deaths occur each year among adult non-smokers in the United States as a result of exposure to secondhand smoke. Secondhand smoke is also linked to nasal sinus cancer. Some research suggests an association between secondhand smoke and cancers of the cervix, breast, and bladder. However, more research is needed in order to confirm a link to these cancers. See similar questions...

The health effects associated with GonaCon are minimal. In field and pen studies, animals showed no evidence of inflammation at injection sites, and blood chemistry was similar among treatment and control groups. Vaccinated animals showed a decrease in sexual activity and breeding behavior. There are no dangers associated with eating deer that have been vaccinated with GonaCon. As with other vaccines, such as those used with livestock, both the vaccine and the antibodies produced are proteins. See similar questions...

Yes, the malnourishment and purging associated with Anorexia often cause other significant health problems. People with Anorexia are often diagnosed with anemia, cardiovascular (heart and blood circulation) problems such as hypotension (low blood pressure) and irregular heart beat (arrhythmia), tooth decay from repeated vomiting, poor kidney functioning, and osteoporosis (a decrease in the size and strength of bone). See similar questions...

In order to be exposed to PAHs at the school, you must come into direct contact with the contaminated soil (for example, touching the soil, eating soil particles on hands or food, or breathing airborne soil particles). Several PAHs have been shown to cause cancer in laboratory animals and in people after long periods of exposure at high levels. Studies in animals have also shown that PAHs can cause harmful effects on skin, body fluids, and the immune system. See similar questions...

We are exposed to mould and mould spores throughout our day in our natural environment. This does not mean that if you find mould that you should not take basic precautions such as gloves and a mask, but the concern is greater for people with compromised or suppressed immune systems where exposure can lead to problems with allergic reactions or infection. The type and concentration of mould and the method of exposure will have an effect. See similar questions...

Sometimes. Medical surveillance is a program of medical examinations and tests designed to detect early warning signs of harmful exposure. A medical surveillance program may discover small changes in health before severe damage occurs. Testing for health effects is called medical monitoring. The type of testing needed in a surveillance program depends upon the particular chemical involved. See similar questions...

There are three exposure routes for asbestos fibers: (1) inhalation via the respiratory system (2) ingestion via the mouth associated with asbestos fibers in drinking water and (3) skin contact. Asbestos has been known to cause a number of disabling and fatal diseases such as asbestosis, lung cancer, mesothelioma and pleural plaques. There is no safe level of exposure to asbestos; therefore, all exposure to asbestos should be avoided. See similar questions...

Radon gas increases the risk of getting lung cancer. Your chances of getting lung cancer from radon gas depend on factors such as the home’s radon level, the amount of time you spend in your home and whether you are a smoker or have ever been a smoker. Recent studies estimate that between 15,400 and 21,800 deaths per year are attributable to radon gas. See similar questions...

There is a broad spectrum of health effects from poor indoor air quality. There may be no effect or significant effects for some individuals, as well as multiple variations in between. The effect on any one individual will be determined by the type of contaminant in the air, the quantity of contaminant, the duration of the exposure, and the individual's unique physiological response to the contaminant. Poor indoor air quality can be implicated in a variety of health related symptoms. See similar questions...

No. To date, no well-designed studies support the connection between melanoma and UV exposure from tanning beds. The relationship between melanoma and UV light exposure is complex. For example, melanoma is more common in people who work indoors than in those who work outdoors, and those who work both indoors and outdoors develop the fewest melanomas. Further, melanoma most commonly appears on parts of the body that do not receive regular exposure to UV light. See similar questions...