Investigating the indoor Concentration of Radon-222 and its possible health Implications on the staff of a Pharmaceutical Company in Ota, Ogun State, Nigeria

Adewoyin, O.O; Maxwell, Omeje; Onumejor, C. A.; Adagunodo, T. A.; Ndubuisi, A. O.; Nwaluka, V. O.; Akinpelu, A.; Joel, E. S.

doi:10.1088/1755-1315/331/1/012044

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“…The radon concentrations of all the samples were below the values reported by Usikalu et al, (2017) for selected houses in Ibadan, Oyo state, Nigeria with a range of 8.76 ± 0.01 -13.46±4.43 Bqm -3 and mean of 10.45 Bqm -3 . In the same trend, values of 19 -160 Bqm -3 reported by Adewoyin et al, et al (2019)…”

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Evaluation of Radon Concentration in Soil Sample from Boreholes in Kaltungo Local Government Area of Gombe State, Nigeria

Ma’aji,

Olanrewaju,

Onifade

et al. 2024

NJP

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The evaluation of radon concentration in soil sample from boreholes in Kaltungo local Government area of Gombe state, Nigeria have been carried out. A total of fifteen (15) soil samples were collected from different boreholes sites in five (5) different locations and were analyzed using Gamma spectrometry (Sodium Iodide with thallium NaI (TL) detector. The mean result of Radon activity concentration obtained varies from 0.86± 0.05 to 1.71± 0.03 Bqm-3 and the annual effective dose rate ranged from 0.0039 to 0.0077WLm/y respectively. The result shows variations in the radon concentration with various depths which indicates a relative dependence of radon concentration with depths. Comparing the results with the WHO recommended value of 100 Bqm-3 indicate that the mean values for all the boreholes soil samples were below the world recommended value. Also the mean values for all the boreholes soil samples were below the world average radon concentration of 40Bqm-3 (UNSCEAR). The values of AEDE obtained in various borehole soil samples were less than the ICRP world average. Therefore, the soil samples in each of the borehole may not pose any health threat to the residents.

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Evaluation of Radon Concentration in Soil Sample from Boreholes in Kaltungo Local Government Area of Gombe State, Nigeria

Ma’aji,

Olanrewaju,

Onifade

et al. 2024

NJP

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“…This section presents the studies conducted by different researchers in south-western Nigeria and summarized in Table 1. Adewoyin OO, et al [12] measured radon concentration in Ogun state, Nigeria. The present study is a concern with the concentration of radon in some departments of a pharmaceutical company in Ota, Ogun State.…”

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An Overview of Radon Concentration in Southwestern Nigeria

MK¹

2022

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Without a doubt, radon is a harmful gas that is the greatest cause of lung cancer in nonsmokers and the second biggest cause of lung cancer in smokers. However, due to a lack of knowledge and limited research, this poisonous gas has received little attention in the southwestern area of Nigeria. As a result, a few studies have been compiled with the goal of policymakers using it as a baseline for radon monitoring in the region, which may also be used as a reference for future studies.

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“…Adewoyin, et al [37] conducted research on the radon levels in various workplaces of a pharmaceutical firm in Ota, Ogun State, in 2019. Durridge RAD 7 equipment was used to measure the amount of radon inside.…”

Section: Radon In Buildingsmentioning

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2023

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Radon is a colorless, odorless indoor and outdoor air pollutant that is produced by uranium disintegrations (decay). It represents at least half of the typical population's ionizing radiation exposure due to man-made and natural origin. Attention was paid to radon due to its harmful radiological effect on public health. Population have for all time been exposed to radon and its progeny since they are naturally occurred and enter homes through a variety of pathways such as buildings (such as ceiling, walls & floor), Water, Soils and rocks. Radon detection is rarely important because it is not known to exist unless there is a wellbeing distress. The quantity of radon present within water, rock-soils and buildings varies on a number of variables. According to the retrieved studies, indoor radon levels are generally higher during the cold and wet seasons than they are during the summer. This systematic review focuses on the radiological implications arise from high exposure to radon and the elevated probability of happening of wellbeing harms in exposed residents of Nigeria. Previous research on radon concentrations in Nigeria received the most attention. Only a few studies provided evidence supporting the link between outdoor and indoor radon concentrations and radiological implications analyses, such as the evaluation of cancer risk from radon inhalation and ingestion yet within areas of extremely high concentrations. On the other hand, a few studies also revealed a tendency for adverse effects on public health to occur still within circumstances where indoor radon concentrations be lesser. According to data derived from published articles by Nigerian researchers, radon exposure caused some little concern over the association between radon concentration and determinations of radiological impact. Therefore, it is crucial to evaluate the radiological effects of radon, comprehend the dangers of exposure, and determine how inhabitants in Nigeria who are exposed to it may suffer health effects. The best course of action to prevent the harmful consequences of radon gas in an indoor or outdoor environment is to stop its production. Preethi and Jeyanthi offered some methods for radon mitigation in buildings. Depressurization, freshening, and sealing fall under these categories, with related percentage effectiveness ranges of 50-80%, 80-95%, and 50-70%.

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Investigating the indoor Concentration of Radon-222 and its possible health Implications on the staff of a Pharmaceutical Company in Ota, Ogun State, Nigeria

Cited by 4 publications

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Evaluation of Radon Concentration in Soil Sample from Boreholes in Kaltungo Local Government Area of Gombe State, Nigeria

Evaluation of Radon Concentration in Soil Sample from Boreholes in Kaltungo Local Government Area of Gombe State, Nigeria

An Overview of Radon Concentration in Southwestern Nigeria

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