Radon Risks in the Rare Earth Industry: A Critical Review of Exposure Pathways, Health Impacts and Policy Gaps

Key Points

• Exposure to radon poses serious health impacts, especially in the rare earth industry, requiring better risk management.
• A critical review identifies multiple exposure pathways, linking them to various health conditions, including lung cancer.
• Assessment of current policies reveals significant gaps in protection against radon exposure in the rare earth sector.
• Improving policies for radon management is essential to ensure worker safety and public health.