3 Surprising Sources of Lead Exposure for Children
Last month we explored the drawbacks and problems associated with DIY lead testing kits, and mentioned that lead was commonly added to paint before the
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Electrifying Your Home ?
Electrical heating systems are being implemented by many Canadians, and people all over the world. People want to become more “green” and reduce their carbon
Lung Cancer On The Rise – Radon Link?
After decades of falling cancer rates, a recent news story notes that lung cancers are rising among surprising groups. Cancer specialist Dr. Natasha Leighl of
Radon Gas – the Hype and the Facts
Even Mike Holmes is commenting on the current wave of media attention that’s being given to an age old problem – radon gas. In fact,
Legionella in the News and Other Indoor Air Quality Issues
Legionella – the bacteria behind so-called Legionnaire’s disease – has made worldwide headlines this year with a recent outbreak in Edinburgh, Scotland. More than 60
Indoor Air Quality Highlighted in Recent Study
A recent study by University of Sheffield researchers found the air quality in kitchens may show levels of pollutants up to three times higher than
Health Canada Raises Estimate for Radon Gas Deaths
Health Canada has adjusted its estimate of the number of lung cancer deaths caused by indoor exposure to radon gas – upwards. A previous study
Radon Awareness
Earlier this year, the Ontario Provincial government took the first steps towards enacting the Radon Awareness and Prevention Act, 2012. The private member’s bill passed
Moving Out Because of Asbestos, Mildew
Having won his battle against cancer, a survivor is nonetheless losing his fight with the Halifax Metro Housing Authority – and a litany of complaints
