A qualitative study of Realtor knowledge, attitudes, and practices related to radon health effects: implications for comprehensive cancer control
| Autor: | Behnoosh Momin, Antonio Neri, Joseph D. Galanek, M. Shayne Gallaway, Mary Puckett, Christina McNaughton |
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| Rok vydání: | 2018 |
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Radon mitigation Cancer Research medicine.medical_specialty Lung Neoplasms chemistry.chemical_element Radon Article 030218 nuclear medicine & medical imaging 03 medical and health sciences 0302 clinical medicine Cancer control Risk Factors Environmental health Credibility Humans Medicine 030212 general & internal medicine Qualitative Research business.industry Public health Reproducibility of Results Focus Groups Risk factor (computing) Focus group United States respiratory tract diseases Attitude Oncology chemistry Housing Female business Qualitative research |
| Zdroj: | Cancer Causes & Control. 29:1249-1255 |
| ISSN: | 1573-7225 0957-5243 |
| DOI: | 10.1007/s10552-018-1086-0 |
| Popis: | Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States, and radon exposure is the second leading risk factor. Fewer than 25% of existing U.S. homes have been tested for radon, and only 5–10% of new homes use some form of radon prevention. This qualitative study sought to determine radon-related knowledge, attitudes, and practices among Realtors to inform cancer control activities at local and state levels. We conducted focus groups with Realtors in four states to collect information about knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding radon. Realtors reported obtaining information on radon in similar ways, being aware of radon and its characteristics, and dealing with radon issues as a normal part of home sales. Differences in attitudes toward testing varied across states. Realtors in states with radon policies generally expressed more positive attitudes toward testing than those in states without policies. Radon mitigation was identified as an added expense to buyers and sellers. Realtors cited concerns about the reliability and credibility of mitigation systems and installers. These findings suggest that attitudes and practices vary among Realtors and that additional educational resources about radon as a cancer risk factor may be beneficial. When comprehensive cancer control programs update their plans, they may want to add objectives, strategies, or activities to reduce radon exposure and prevent lung cancer. These activities could include partnering with Realtors to improve their knowledge, attitudes, and practices about radon, as well as developing and distributing radon educational resources. |
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