OTTAWA, Jan. 18, 2013 /CNW/ - In line with Québec Tobacco-Free Week, a Health Canada expert will be visiting a Pierrefonds home to unveil the secrets of a successful radon mitigation procedure; radon being the second leading cause of lung cancer in Canada after tobacco smoking.
People who smoke and are exposed to elevated levels of radon have a significantly increased risk of developing lung cancer!
A representative from the Quebec Lung Association will also attend.
Representatives will be available to answer questions from the media following a demonstration of testing and remedial measures.
Date
Tuesday, January 22, 2013
Time
10:00 a.m.
Location
5171 Terrapin. Pierrefonds, H8Z 3E6
SOURCE: Health Canada
Please confirm your attendance by contacting :
Media Inquiries
Marie-Elaine Boisseau
Health Canada
(514) 283-2046
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