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Colorado’s Work with Local Public Health Agencies and Other Non-profit Organizations

Margaret Henderson — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:28:48 +0000

Colorado’s Work with Local Public Health Agencies and Other Non-profit Organizations Margaret Henderson Wed, 04/01/2026 - 15:28

Colorado’s Work with Local Public Health Agencies and Other Non-profit Organizations

By Margaret Horton, MHP

The Colorado Department of Public Health and the Environment (CDPHE) Radon Program conducts local radon outreach through grants awarded to local public health agencies (LPHAs) and other non-profit organizations on an annual basis.

The grants are designed to be flexible and meet local needs. Grant work plans must address one of six radon-related activities, including radon education and awareness for the general public, radon test kit distribution, and/or engagement with school and child care facilities, real estate agents, medical providers and local code officials.

The CDPHE Radon Program hosts monthly grantee calls to address questions, share best practices, and promote coordination among grantees.

Margaret Horton, MPH
Program Coordinator
Colorado Radon Program
303.692.2422 | margaret.horton@state.co.us | www.coloradoradon.info

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New Jersey State Radon Health Assessment Data Current to 2024

Margaret Henderson — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 21:22:07 +0000

New Jersey State Radon Health Assessment Data Current to 2024 Margaret Henderson Mon, 03/23/2026 - 17:22

The New Jersey Department of Health has published its “Radon Screening by Homes by Years 2004-2024,” available at https://www-doh.nj.gov/doh-shad/indicator/complete/Radon.html

The Radon Section, Bureau of Environmental Radiation, New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection was the source of data.

The number of tests was determined by looking at pre-mitigation tests conducted in residential buildings since January 1, 1992 and the end of the specified calendar year, ending with the year 2024.

Testing homes for radon had seen an improvement in the percentage of New Jersey homes ever tested for radon from 1996 (9.7%) to 2017 (32.5%). There was a slight decrease in the percent of homes tested in 2018 followed by a steady increase in testing since 2020. In 2024, the total homes tested was 36.9%. This exceeds the target goal for 2020 of 35% in the Health Initiative HNJ2020.

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Nevada Radon Program’s Real Estate Education: Strengthening Industry Partnerships

Margaret Henderson — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 21:21:01 +0000

Nevada Radon Program’s Real Estate Education: Strengthening Industry Partnerships Margaret Henderson Mon, 03/23/2026 - 17:21

Nevada Radon Program’s Real Estate Education: Strengthening Industry Partnerships

The Nevada Radon Program partners with the real estate community to encourage testing and mitigation of homes with elevated radon. The Program focuses on building a strong foundation through outreach and partnerships. Classes are conducted in collaboration with real estate offices and others in the profession. The in-person continuing education (CE) courses give realtors the information about radon not available to them elsewhere. Two successful partnerships are with EPA Brokers and Magnus Title Company.

ERA Brokers – Las Vegas
ERA Brokers continues to be a strong education partner, hosting regular radon continuing education (CE) classes. This session welcomed 12 engaged attendees, including both new agents and seasoned professionals serving Southern Nevada.
Magnus Title Company–Sponsored CE Class
A second CE class, sponsored by Magnus Title Company and hosted at Century 21 Americana, brought together 20 primarily Spanish-speaking realtors. Participants ranged from long-standing agents to new licensees, enriching the discussion and reinforcing the importance of radon education in real estate transactions.

Adapted from and republished with permission:
Nevada Radon Report, Vol 33 – Quarter 2 – FY 2026 – October through December

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Michigan’s New 2026 Radon Story Map Explains How It Enters the Indoors, Health Risks and How To Fix It

Margaret Henderson — Sun, 22 Mar 2026 22:23:34 +0000

Michigan’s New 2026 Radon Story Map Explains How It Enters the Indoors, Health Risks and How To Fix It Margaret Henderson Sun, 03/22/2026 - 18:23

Michigan’s New 2026 Radon Story Map Explains How It Enters the Indoors, Health Risks and How To Fix It

The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) has published its latest story map. The story map provides a detailed look at radon with educational information about radon, testing for radon and solving the problem of elevated radon levels. The department estimates elevated radon levels are approximately 25% of Michigan homes.

The story map is intended to engage the public in learning about radon and taking action to reduce radon. The story map provides a timeline of the history of radon from 1900 and an interactive map (through a link) to learn the recorded radon levels throughout Michigan. The Story Map provides a comprehensive look at radon with helpful information for the public.

The Radon Story Map is available at https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/6add4fc798bd4f3bbcecec4c9940d5b6

The interactive map is available at https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/b40e14c9c283467d89015f3ddba9f513

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Evolution of the Montana Radon Control Program

Margaret Henderson — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 15:46:31 +0000

Evolution of the Montana Radon Control Program Margaret Henderson Fri, 03/20/2026 - 11:46

Evolution of the Montana Radon Control Program

by Michael Gustafson, Small Business Ombudsman and Radon Program Coordinator

Over the past three years, the Montana Radon Control Program has evolved from a localized outreach effort into a robust statewide infrastructure. By bridging the gap between environmental regulations and sustainable business practices, the program now serves as a primary advocate for small businesses and a key partner in advancing public health safety through industry development.

Navigating the unique challenges of Montana’s vast frontier—defined by a dispersed population and a historical shortage of specialized labor—has required a strategic shift toward integrating radon services into existing professional trades. This evolution has successfully expanded Montana’s technical capacity while securing a direct voice for the state in the development of industry standards. Additionally, there have been many updated tools and resources on our program's webpage.

The following milestones define the program's current trajectory:

I. Strengthening Public Health Through Industry Development
• Targeted Workforce Expansion: To address the shortage of specialized labor across our expansive geography, strategic recruitment within the plumbing, electrical, HVAC, general construction, and excavation trades has increased the roster from 12 certified professionals three years ago to over 35 NRPP-certified mitigators. This expansion ensures a minimum of seven certified professionals are available to service every one of Montana’s 56 counties, effectively closing service gaps in our most rural areas.
• Sustainable Business Growth: Six additional businesses are currently training to integrate radon mitigation into their existing service platforms. This voluntary industry growth stabilizes the state’s infrastructure and ensures public health safety is supported by a qualified, local workforce.
• Advancing Construction Standards: Collaborative momentum within the building industry has led several local municipalities to begin evaluating the formal adoption of IRC Appendix BE, signaling a proactive shift toward standardized, built-in protection in new residential construction.

II. Fiscally Responsible Public Engagement
• Optimized Resource Allocation: The transition from "free kits" to a subsidized program has proven to be a fiscally prudent move, ensuring limited tax dollars are utilized with maximum efficiency. By requiring "skin in the game" from participants, the program has pivoted from distributing high volumes of kits to prioritizing actual usage. This shift has increased test completion rates from 41% to over 60%, ensuring state resources produce actionable health data.
• Community Presence & Accessibility: Expert guidance is delivered directly to residents through formal community presentations statewide. Furthermore, the initial launch of testing device programs in local libraries has placed radon measurement tools directly into the hands of the public, successfully overcoming geographical barriers to access.

III. Policy Integration and Standards Leadership
• National Standards Development: Serving as the representative for 39 non-regulatory states on the AARST Consortium on National Standards panels, the Program Coordinator directly influenced the most recent updates for measurement and mitigation standards. This involvement ensures that Montana’s unique needs are reflected in the national framework.
• Cancer Prevention Strategy: Following a partnership with the Huntsman Cancer Institute and formal confirmation from the three co-chairs of the Montana Cancer Coalition, radon is now officially positioned as a crucial part of the next Montana State Cancer Plan.

The Montana Radon Control Program remains dedicated to the progress made in protecting the health of all Montanans and is prepared to build upon this momentum through continued industry collaboration and responsible stewardship of resources. Please reach out if you would like to discuss these initiatives further.

For more information, contact:

Michael Gustafson | Small Business Ombudsman | Radon Program Coordinator
Air Quality Bureau | Air Quality Analysis & Planning Section
Montana Department of Environmental Quality
DESK: 406-444-6592 | Radon Hotline: 800-546-0483
Website https://deq.mt.gov/energy/Programs/radon
YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@montanadeq

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Georgia Radon Program Updates

Margaret Henderson — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 15:45:42 +0000

Georgia Radon Program Updates Margaret Henderson Fri, 03/20/2026 - 11:45

Georgia Radon Program Updates

Information shared by Rebecca Cantrell, MPH, Georgia Radon Program

The Georgia Radon Program is sharing news about a mapping accomplishment and a future meeting the Program will be hosting later in 2026.

Mapping Update

We were able to have our map updated current to 2024! Twenty percent (20%) of all homes tested came back elevated from 1990-2024 and our highest recorded level was 100 pCi/L in Gwinnett County. See the interactive map at https://radon.uga.edu/information/georgia-radon-map/

Hosting the Stakeholder Meeting

Additionally, the UGA Radon Program will host the EPA Region 4 Stakeholder Meeting in May this year. The date and details will be available in the future.

For more information, contact:
Rebecca Cantrell, MPH
Radon Educator
University of Georgia
706-583-0602
radon.uga.edu
Instagram: ugaradon
Facebook: UGA Radon Program

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EGLE encourages participation in EPA webinar on radon testing in schools and large buildings

Margaret Henderson — Thu, 12 Mar 2026 21:33:09 +0000

EGLE encourages participation in EPA webinar on radon testing in schools and large buildings Margaret Henderson Thu, 03/12/2026 - 17:33

EGLE encourages participation in EPA webinar on radon testing in schools and large buildings

The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy sends the following invitation:

Please join the Environmental Protection Agency, in collaboration with the Kansas State University National Radon Program Services, for a free, informative webinar highlighting successful school outreach campaigns, testing programs, and radon mitigation strategies. The webinar will be held on March 17, 2026, from 1 - 2:30 p.m. EDT, and will spotlight state and Tribal achievements with schools and large buildings. A panel discussion will follow the presentations. Gain actionable insights and tools to advance radon awareness in schools and large buildings.

Please share this invitation with your radon contacts as well as any school superintendents or building maintenance professionals who may be interested.

Registration and information can be found at this link: https://ksu.zoom.us/webinar/register/8017714321566/WN_VYY9obZARJuf1DD4BIzE3g#/registration

For more information about radon testing and other information including resources for homeowners, builders, realtors, teachers, and healthcare providers, please visit Michigan.gov/Radon, or call the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy’s (EGLE's) Indoor Radon hotline at 800-723-6642 (800-RADONGAS). For more information on lung cancer prevention strategies, please visit Michigan.gov/Cancer. To learn more about radon and how it enters buildings, check out EGLE's new story map that explains what radon is, how it enter indoors, health risks, and how to fix it.

To stay up to date on other EGLE news, follow us at Michigan.gov/MIEnvironment.

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Nevada Radon Program’s Impactful Medical Outreach: Congress of Integrative Medicine Presentation

Margaret Henderson — Thu, 12 Mar 2026 21:30:15 +0000

Nevada Radon Program’s Impactful Medical Outreach: Congress of Integrative Medicine Presentation Margaret Henderson Thu, 03/12/2026 - 17:30

Medical Community Expands Its Focus on Radon Exposure
Congress of Integrative Medicine – Elevating Radon as a Clinical Priority
This year, Chris Kelly was honored to present at the Congress of Integrative Medicine, sharing the stage with respected physicians from around the world. The session, 'Radon: An Overlooked Environmental Risk,' reached 195 physicians—65 in person and 130 online from the United States, Australia, and the Philippines.
• 40 physicians committed to testing their own homes
• 30 pledged to add radon-related questions to patient intake forms
• 40 copies of 'Reducing the Risk from Radon: Information and Interventions – A Guide for Health Care Providers' were distributed, equipping physicians with practical tools for clinical integration
• A highly regarded Nevada physician volunteered to become an official radon test kit pickup location for National Radon Action Month, elevating program visibility statewide.
This event represents one of Nevada’s most impactful medical outreach milestones to date.

Republished with permission:
Nevada Radon Report, Vol 33 – Quarter 2 – FY 2026 – October through December

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Pennsylvania Encourages Radon Testing During National Radon Action Month

bhirschler — Tue, 27 Jan 2026 18:21:12 +0000

Pennsylvania Encourages Radon Testing During National Radon Action Month bhirschler Tue, 01/27/2026 - 13:21

January 21, 2026 - Margaret Henderson

Pennsylvania Encourages Radon Testing During National Radon Action Month

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Newsroom has published a January 12, 2026, news release emphasizing the importance of testing homes for radon as part of its outreach regarding Radon Action Month. The news release states: “Testing for radon is one of the easiest actions Pennsylvanians can take to keep their homes safe and families healthy.”

The news release informs about health risks of radon and explains that because of Pennsylvania’s geology, the state is prone to having elevated radon levels and only testing can determine if the home has elevated radon levels. General estimates on testing and mitigation costs are included in the news release.

To see the full message, visit:
https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dep/newsroom/2026-01-12-dep-encourages-pennsylvanians-to-test-their-hom…

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Michigan Initiatives During Radon Action Month

bhirschler — Tue, 27 Jan 2026 18:16:27 +0000

Michigan Initiatives During Radon Action Month bhirschler Tue, 01/27/2026 - 13:16

Originally posted January 21, 2026 - Margaret Henderson

Michigan’s National Radon Action Month began with Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s declaration of January 2026 as Radon Action Month, encouraging all Michigan residents to learn more about this environmental hazard and test their homes during this winter’s heating season.

Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) issued a press release January 6, 2026, with information about health effects of radon and encouraging test of homes in Michigan writing: “Radon testing continues to be important as many Michiganders statewide remain unaware of the hidden dangers of exposure to radioactive radon gas.”

The news release provides links to several ways in which Michigan residents can learn more about radon in Michigan. One of the educational projects EGLE has produced is a four-part podcast series moderated by Jerry Hodak. This series covers many common interest topics such as radon origins and health effects; radon testing best practices; test results and radon reduction methods; and retesting frequency and mitigation system maintenance.

To see the podcast, visit: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXCrWyRfRQVVTk0V4Ksi6QukdRb8jNt6P

To see the entire press release, visit:
https://www.michigan.gov/egle/newsroom/press-releases/2026/01/05/january-is-radon-action-month-in-m…

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