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
Black lung disease, formally known as pneumoconiosis, is a horrible condition caused by inhaling coal dust.
From BBC ● Feb. 27, 2024
Silicosis, commonly referred to as black lung, is an occupational pneumoconiosis caused by the inhalation of crystalline silica dust present in minerals like sandstone.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 10, 2023
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
He is also the writer-in-residence of a charity dedicated to helping those with pneumoconiosis, writing essays to raise awareness.
From New York Times ● Nov. 13, 2021
