Population and Lung Cancer Total Population: 6,771,631
Lung Cancer Deaths: 3,935 |
Age-Adjusted Lung Cancer Incidence Rate (per 100,000) 70 |
Radon-Induced Lung Cancer Cases
912
* Medical Costs (hospital, medicine, doctors)
$183,000,000
* Economic Costs (lost wages / productivity)
$192,000,000
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Buildings and Exposure Potential
Pre-Mitigation Radon Tests: 31,066
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Percent by Radon Level
< 2 pCi/L
≥ 2 to < 4 pCi/L
≥ 4 pCi/L
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Housing Units by Structure Type
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1 to 4 Units |
5 or More Units |
Total |
Existing |
2,570,926 |
389,787 |
2,960,713 |
New |
30,099 |
11,262 |
41,361 |
Public Schools: 1,880
EPA and ANSI-AARST Radon Measurement Standards recommend fixing a building with a radon level ≥ (above or equal to) 4 pCi/L and consider fixing it if any radon level is ≥ 2 and < (below) 4 pCi/L.
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Statewide Radon Policies |
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Credential Required |
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None |
Radon Standards in Effect |
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None |
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Homebuyer Protection Required |
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Disclosure & Notification on Real Estate Form |
Radon System Requirement for New Homes |
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No |
Type of New Home Where Required |
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N/A |
Standard/Code for Radon System in New Homes |
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N/A |
School Testing Required |
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No |
Radon System Requirement for New Schools |
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No |
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