lung cancer

In an effort to cut down on one of the leading causes of lung cancer in the country, an Alabama agency is taking action through home test kits. Radon gas is the leading cause of the disease among non-smokers, according to the Alabama Department of Public Health.

Alabama health officials report that quitting smoking is one of the most important steps smokers can take to improve their health. The Alabama Department of Public Health is encouraging participation in the annual Great American Smokeout for smokers and tobacco users to make November 21 their quit day.

The Alabama Department of Public Health is working to cut down on one of the leading causes of lung cancer in the country, radon gas exposure. ADPH advises radon gas is harmlessly dispersed in outdoor air, but it can increase the risk of the disease when trapped in buildings.

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