“There is no completely safe level of radon. Homeowners are encouraged to reduce radon levels to be as low as reasonably possible."
“The health risk from radon is long-term not immediate. The longer you are exposed to high levels of radon, the greater your risk."
“The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) classifies radon as a known cause of cancer. Health Canada estimates that about 16% of lung cancer deaths are related to being exposed to radon in the home."