Pennsylvania Childcare Radon Testing Program

Radon is a radioactive gas that occurs naturally in the soil and can enter buildings through cracks in the foundation and other openings.   Radon is leading cause of lung cancer in nonsmokers.   Pennsylvania’s geology makes the state particularly vulnerable to high radon levels. Children need a safe and healthy environment to ensure proper development and longevity later in life.  Test kits are offered by the Pennsylvania Childcare Radon Testing Program in an effort to raise public awareness of this easily preventable health hazard. Those interested may contact Stacy Sowers at stsowers@pa.gov or by calling the Pennsylvania Radon Hotline at 1-800-237-2366.