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The issue of radon may be related to squamous cell carcinoma

Pubblicato: 16/10/2026

A new study, published online on Epidemiology this week, suggests that a link may exist between radon exposure and squamous cell carcinoma. Researchers from the European Centre for Environment & Human Health (part of the Peninsula College of Medicine & Dentistry) have detected a connection following analysis of data on radon exposure and skin cancer from across southwest England. Dr Ben Wheeler said “We know that naturally occurring radon is a contributing factor to a small proportion of lung cancers, but there is limited evidence of other health implications. These findings suggest that the issue of radon and skin cancer deserves a much closer look and we’re planning to develop a more detailed study capable of detecting a direct relationship, if one actually exists”

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