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1Oncology Data Specialist, Sutter Health, Sacramento, California. Article written prior to current employment; analysis based on publicly available data. Address correspondence to: Olaposi Daramola, Oncology Data Specialist, Sutter Health, Sacramento, California.
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Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States and a major environmental and occupational health concern. Utah's geology, rich in uranium and granite deposits, creates a high potential for radon accumulation in both homes and workplaces. Despite Utah's relatively low smoking prevalence, lung cancer remains a significant public health issue, suggesting that radon exposure may play a critical role. This article examines radon exposure in Utah as an environmental and occupational hazard, exploring its connection to lung cancer, mitigation efforts, and policy implications. It highlights how cancer registry data, particularly from the Utah Cancer Registry (UCR), can be used to assess regional cancer patterns, identify high-risk populations, and support targeted public health interventions. Integrating environmental and occupational exposure data within cancer registries is essential to guide effective radon mitigation and strengthen evidence-based policy in Utah and similar high-risk regions.
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