Radon in hot springs is a colorless, odorless and tasteless inert gas with radioactivity. After people are inhaled, radioactive particles decayed by radon will cause radiation damage to people's respiratory system and cause lung cancer.

Radon easily leaves the ground and enters the air, where it decays and releases radioactive particles. When people breathe, these particles are deposited on the cells of the respiratory wall, where they can destroy DNA and may lead to lung cancer. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer, second only to smoking.

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Precautions:

Radon and radium are both potential radioactive substances, no matter how much they are, they may have a certain impact on normal people, especially if the private units can't control the amount, which is likely to have certain risks. "Of course, some medical treatments may use radioactive substances, but this can be protected and controlled under the guidance of doctors. Private units obviously do not have this qualification and ability."

Although the mineral water containing radon belongs to medical hot mineral water, it does not mean that it is suitable for ordinary people to drink. "Many environments in life are radioactive, but the amount is generally small. Generally speaking, there is no great risk below a certain threshold.

Hot spring institutions should also inform consumers of the corresponding risks. No matter what kind of hot spring it is, consumers should carefully consider whether it is suitable for their bodies, especially the elderly, children and pregnant women. In the matter of soaking in hot springs, it is best to do what you can. "

People's network-radon hot spring health care? Experts warn of risks.