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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that lung cancer is the third most common cancer in the United States and remains the leading cause of cancer-related deaths for both men and women.

Each November, Lung Cancer Awareness Month brings attention to the disease and the steps people can take to reduce their risk. While avoiding smoking and secondhand smoke is critical, other risk factors also contribute. A family history of lung cancer and exposure to substances such as asbestos, radon, arsenic, benzene, cadmium, ethylene oxide, diesel exhaust, and certain forms of silica and chromium can increase the likelihood of developing the disease. These exposures may occur at home, in the workplace, or in other environments.

“What we breathe and come into contact with in our homes, schools, and workplaces directly impacts our health,” said Joe Frasca, Senior Vice President of Marketing at EMSL Analytical, Inc. “Unfortunately, airborne hazards are present in many indoor environments and may contribute to respiratory conditions, including lung cancer. EMSL Analytical is proud to support Lung Cancer Awareness Month and encourages the public to learn more about airborne pollutants, respiratory health, and the benefits of indoor environmental testing.”

To support awareness and prevention, EMSL’s laboratories across North America provide comprehensive environmental and industrial hygiene testing services. The company also offers sampling supplies, user-friendly test kits, air monitoring instruments, and personal protective equipment (PPE). EMSL previously sponsored an educational video about Lung Cancer Awareness Month, which remains available at: https://youtu.be/LV7zwQiwaCQ

For more information about air quality, industrial hygiene, environmental, health, and safety testing resources, please visit www.EMSL.com, call (800)220-3675, or email info@EMSL.com. For access to environmental test kits, visit www.EMSLTestKits.com.  

About EMSL Analytical, Inc.

EMSL Analytical is one of the leading testing laboratories with locations throughout the United States and Canada. EMSL is a nationally recognized and locally focused provider specializing in fast laboratory results for mold, bacteria, Legionella, USP <797>, pathogens, asbestos, lead, soot, char & ash from fires, VOCs, odors, radon, formaldehyde, indoor air quality, microbiology, environmental, industrial hygiene, radiological, food, beverage & consumer products, and material testing services for the identification of unknown substances. EMSL services both professionals and the general public. EMSL maintains an extensive list of accreditations from leading organizations as well as state and federal regulating bodies including, but not limited to A2LA, AIHA LAP, LLC. (AIHA EMLAP, AIHA IHLAP, AIHA ELLAP), NVLAP, CDC ELITE, CPSC, CA ELAP, NY ELAP, TX DOH, NJDEP and multiple other state accrediting agencies. Please visit our website at www.EMSL.com for a complete listing of accreditations. In addition, EMSL carries a wide range of Sampling Equipment and Investigative Products for environmental professionals.