Air pollution, radiation and cancer

Air pollution has been shown to increase the risk of lung cancer. Find out about the latest research into how air pollution can cause cancer.

Radon is a natural radioactive gas. When it builds up indoors to high levels, it increases the risk of lung cancer.

Ionising radiation can cause cancer if a person is exposed to a lot of it. Some medical scans use small amounts of ionising radiation but the health risks are low.