Across far Southwest Virginia’s two U.S. Department of Labor-certified black lung clinics, administrators agree that a growing share of the miners coming in for exams and testing for the black lung application process are getting younger.
Dive into the lasting impact of black lung disease in the post-coal era of central Appalachia. This insightful article examines the historical and current challenges posed by this occupational hazard, highlighting its continued prevalence despite the decline of the coal industry. Stay informed with in-depth analysis and stories from Kingsport Times-News.