Simple Summary Radon represents the main risk factor of lung cancer in non-smokers and
the second one in smoking patients. In Europe, there are several radon-prone areas, but …

This study investigated the impact of residential radon exposure on human cancers (ie, lung
cancer and childhood leukemia) through a systematic review and meta-analysis of case …

Mutations in STK11/LKB1 in non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) are associated with poor
patient responses to immune checkpoint blockade (ICB), and introduction of a Stk11/Lkb1 …

Human-made buildings can artificially concentrate radioactive radon gas of geologic origin,
exposing occupants to harmful alpha particle radiation emissions that damage DNA and …

Introduction: Lung cancer is the most important cause of cancer mortality. It is a multifactorial
disease with multiple risk factors, including residential radon exposure. Areas covered: The …

Radioactive radon gas inhalation is a major cause of lung cancer worldwide and is a
consequence of the built environment. The average radon level of properties built in a given …

Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive material that is formed as the decay product of
uranium and thorium, and is estimated to contribute to approximately half of the average …

Cold, damp and mouldy housing arises from the degradation of the housing stock over time
due to weathering and a lack of maintenance. Living in such houses is associated with many …

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related mortality globally, accounting for 1.8
million deaths in 2020. While the vast majority are caused by tobacco smoking, 15%− 25 …

Background Through a pooled case-control study design, we have assessed the
relationship between residential radon exposure and lung cancer risk. Other objectives of …