The Environmental Health Division in Henry and Stark Counties is encouraging residents to tackle a hidden danger this holiday season—radon gas. Home test kits are now available for just $15 at health department offices in Kewanee, Colona, and Toulon. Radon is a radioactive gas that’s colorless, odorless, and tasteless, making it impossible to detect without testing. Alarmingly, high levels have been found in the majority of local homes. Exposure is a leading cause of lung cancer, even among non-smokers. To learn more about testing and mitigation, visit henrystarkhealth.com or call 309-852-0197. Give the gift of safety this year.
