Local students among winners in first-ever radon skills contest
Four students — including from Vernon and Lake Country — have been chosen as winners in BC Lung Foundation and Interior Health’s (IH) first-ever radon skill testing contest.
First place and second place winners were selected in grades 4–8 and grades 9–12 from across the IH region.
“The contest was designed to spark interest in science among young students, and to also promote awareness among teachers, staff, parents and guardians about the importance of testing for radon,” Dr. Silvina Mema, deputy chief medical health officer, said. “Radon gas is the leading cause of lung cancer in non-smokers and it’s commonly found in homes and buildings across the Interior region. Testing is the only way to know if radon is present.”
Colourful posters and letters were sent to schools, and the contest was advertised on BC Lung and IH’s websites. The contest was also featured in social media.