Granite Countertops May Contain Uranium

American Voices • health • ISSUE 44•34 • Aug 20, 2008

Many homeowners are having to remove their new countertops because the granite in them has been found to emit hazardous levels of radon. What do you think?

“I wondered why my Kenmore under-cupboard Geiger counter was going crazy.”
Sharon Kypke –
Horse Trainer
“Get rid of my gorgeous granite countertops just because of some measly radiation emissions? I don't think so. From now on, it's daily potassium iodide tablets for me and my family.”
Dick Jefferts –
Systems Analyst
“It's really the kids I feel sorry for. Those spoiled, rotten kids.”
Raul Parsons –
Security Guard

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