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Which is more hazardous- Radon or Asbestos? please explain-?


Or it there something else lurking in the home that should be a concern?

Asbestos is far more dangerous. It is a man-made substance that can cause lung damage aside from it's ability to lead to an increased likelihood of lung cancer.

Radon, while insidious, is much less likely to cause serious illness. Matter of fact, it is still a matter of debate whether or not it causes any illnesses at all!

Asbestos... As the answerer above has stated.. Asbestos caused my dad to develope lung cancer with then took his life within 8 weeks of being diagnosed!

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