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Area of Science:

  • Environmental Health
  • Public Health
  • Community Engagement

Background:

  • Radon exposure is a significant risk factor for lung cancer.
  • Home radon testing rates are low, particularly in rural communities.
  • Limited access to radon testing hinders public health efforts.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the feasibility and acceptability of a library-based radon detector lending program.
  • To increase public access to radon testing in rural areas.
  • To explore the role of public libraries in community health initiatives.

Main Methods:

  • Partnered with public libraries in four rural counties to offer digital radon detectors for checkout.
  • Developed iterative check-out procedures and instructional materials.
  • Trained library personnel on radon and home testing.

Main Results:

  • Library patrons reported high usability, feasibility, and acceptability of the lending program.
  • Patron-staff interactions focused on radon testing logistics.
  • The program successfully increased access to radon testing resources.

Conclusions:

  • Public libraries are a novel, feasible, and acceptable venue for community radon testing programs.
  • Library lending programs can effectively reduce lung cancer risk by promoting home radon testing.
  • Community-academic partnerships can leverage public institutions for health interventions.