An overview of radon research in Canada.
Based on new scientific information and broad public consultation, the Government of Canada updated the guideline for exposure to indoor radon and launched a multi-year radon programme in 2007. Major achievements in radon research accomplished in the past 7 y are highlighted here.
Radiation Protection Bureau, Health Canada, 775 Brookfield Road, Ottawa, Canada jing.chen@hc-sc.gc.ca.
Jing
J
Chen
Radiation Protection Bureau, Health Canada, 775 Brookfield Road, Ottawa, Canada.
Jeff
J
Whyte
Geological Survey of Canada, Natural Resources of Canada, 601 Booth Street, Ottawa, Canada.
Ken
K
Ford
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