UGA Radon Program

UGA Radon Program

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The award-winning UGA Radon Education Program's purpose is to educate Georgians on the dangers of radon and steps to take to protect themselves.

Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S. Over 21,000 people die each year. You can't see, taste or smell radon. You can protect your family by testing your home. To get a radon test kit go to www.ugaradon.com or if you live in Georgia call 1-800-ASK-UGA1.

09/17/2025

Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer. If you are in real estate, register for this FREE class to learn more and earn CEs. The UGA Radon Program is an approved GREC school.

Did you know that exposure to radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer? High levels of radon in your home are preventable and when people are buying a home is a great opportunity for you to educate buyers. To register for this FREE class, scan the QR Code on the flyer or click: https://uga.questionpro.com/t/AcFWpZ6wzK

The UGA Radon Program is an approved GREC school, and we offer this 3-hour class to provide real estate professionals with valuable information related to the health and well-being of your buyers.

07/31/2025

Are you a real estate professional and would like to learn more about radon while earning CEUs? You will receive 3 CEUs upon completion of the course. Register today!

Millions in U.S. exposed to dangerous radon, study finds | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health 05/08/2025

Radon gas is the second leading cause of lung caner. The only way to know if your home has high radon levels is to test. Learn more at radon.uga.edu. https://hsph.harvard.edu/news/millions-in-u-s-exposed-to-dangerous-radon-study-finds/

Millions in U.S. exposed to dangerous radon, study finds | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health Nearly a quarter of the U.S. population is likely exposed to high radon concentrations linked with cancer risks, according to a new study co-authored by Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health experts.

05/03/2025

Georgia residents can get a test kit from radon.uga.edu.

05/01/2025

Get your test kit from radon.uga.edu.

Winners named in annual Radon Poster Contest | UGA FACS 03/25/2025

Congratulations to Emmeline Francisco of Townsend, Brennan Dunston of Bethlehem, and Jeriah Wright of Waycross. They placed first, second, and third, respectively, in the Georgia Radon Poster Contest.

Winners named in annual Radon Poster Contest | UGA FACS The UGA Radon Program sponsors an annual poster contest for Georgia students to raise awareness about the dangers of radon.

03/21/2025

Thank you to the team of people who make the poster contest happen. A special thank you to all of the youth who entered the contest and their families. UGA Extension U. S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 4 (Southeast Region) Indoor Environments Association - Formerly AARST (Southeast AARST) UGA College of Family and Consumer Sciences

03/21/2025

Congratulations to the Georgia poster contest winners. UGA College of Family and Consumer Sciences UGA Extension U. S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 4 (Southeast Region)

03/13/2025

Have you heard of radon? Radon is an odorless, colorless, tasteless gas that is the second leading cause of lung cancer. Test your home for radon. Order a kit from https://radon.uga.edu/.

02/14/2025

Happy Valentine's Day! Keep those you love safe. Test your home for radon. Visit radon.uga.edu to learn more. Here is a fun cards to give to your loved ones.

Photos from UGA Extension's post 02/01/2025

Congratulations to the Georgia Radon Poster Contest winners!

Protect your home with a radon test kit | UGA FACS 01/23/2025

Most of you have been busy dealing with snow and ice issues. I hope you are all safe and warm. Take a few minutes to order a radon test kit. Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer for non-smokers and you don't know if your home has a high radon level until you test. Georgia residents can order a kit at radon.uga.edu.

Protect your home with a radon test kit | UGA FACS Radon Action Month, observed every January, is a reminder to protect your home and family from the dangers of radon exposure.

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