Having lived in houses built on a concrete slab since 1974, I can tell you what I've experienced. It can cause some discomfort without a doubt. One way to help with the pain is to make sure you do not walk around without shoes on. It's really a simple solution. We walk around cities, malls, sidewalks and don't always complain about leg or foot discomfort...we have shoes on. I do walk barefoot indoors every now and then, but not often. If I don't want to wear shoes, I'll put on a pair of slippers....they offer some cushioning. Carpeted areas are easy to walk on.
The floors are not "damp" like one notices in basements. Slabs sit mostly above ground and we have the air conditioner on more months than not. Air conditioning tends to dry out the air so dampness hasn't been a problem with the air on. Winter is cooler, but not as cold as in other parts of the country. The soil is generally warmer than the air. Have not noticed "cold" floors in the winter.
As for radon, you can have testing done and mitigation systems set up I imagine. Hadn't thought too much about it since windows were open a lot when living out west. Here not so much in the summer. Honestly would have to research it a bit further, but not today....heading out for the day.
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