January is radon action month

LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) – January is “National Radon Action Month” and state and local health departments are encouraging everyone to test their homes and buildings for radon gas.

Radon is the second-leading cause of lung cancer in the United States — behind smoking— so that’s why experts like Leslie Smith, with the state of Michigan, joined 6 News anchors Jorma Duran and Megan Viecelli to explain why everyone should know their risk of exposure.

Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.

For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WLNS 6 News.

This story was originally published here.

TRENDING NOW

LATEST LOCAL NEWS