The time for clean air is now.

Exposure to radon gas is the second leading cause of cancer, according to a new country-wide study led by a researcher at the University of Calgary.

The authors say the study, released Wednesday, is the first comprehensive update on radon exposure in Canada since 2012.

It says nearly 17.8 per cent of Canadians live in buildings that contain dangerous levels of the cancer-causing gas. That’s more than double the 7 per cent of households that were estimated to have radon levels in the last major study in 2012.

South Coast AQMD announced the AB 617 Public School Air Filtration Program aiming to reduce exposure of harmful air pollutants in public schools within the AB 617 Communities. Up to $13.7 million from the Community Air Protection (CAP) funds is available to install and/or maintain air filtration systems such as the MedicAir Pro medical-grade air purifier at public schools within AB 617 Communities.

As we look forward to reuniting with family, hosting gatherings is a cherished tradition. Yet, in today’s world, there’s more on the table than just food and decor. So, this blog post aims to shed light on overlooked risks at family events. Specifically, we’ll focus on indoor air quality and the risk of virus spread. To tackle these issues, we’ll introduce a solution: the MedicAir medical grade air purifier range. Notably, these are among the best HEPA air purifiers for combating COVID-19 and flu.