pneumoconiosis
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John, who asked to be identified by a pseudonym because he is part of a lawsuit against his former employer, has been diagnosed with coal workers' pneumoconiosis, commonly called black lung disease.
From Barron's ● Aug. 21, 2026
The increased drilling generates deadly silica dust and has caused severe forms of pneumoconiosis, better known as black lung disease, even among younger miners, some in their 30s and 40s.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 16, 2024
Black lung disease, formally known as pneumoconiosis, is a horrible condition caused by inhaling coal dust.
From BBC ● Feb. 27, 2024
The inaction since - fueled by denials and lobbying from coal and other industries - has contributed to the premature deaths of thousands of miners from pneumoconiosis, more commonly known as “black lung.”
From Washington Times ● Jul. 24, 2023
Last year, he was diagnosed with pneumoconiosis, an incurable lung disease common in miners.
From New York Times ● Nov. 13, 2021
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