Data: Black Lung Rate in Appalachia Highest in Nearly 50 Years
August 06, 2026
August 06, 2026
WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- Sen. Mark Warner, D-Virginia, issued the following news release on Aug. 5, 2026:
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Data: Black Lung Rate in Appalachia Highest in Nearly 50 Years
Following a new report that found that coal miners in central Appalachia are suffering from black lung at the highest rates in nearly 50 years, U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-VA) highlighted the urgent need to strengthen protections for miners and ensure they receive the health care and bene . . .
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Data: Black Lung Rate in Appalachia Highest in Nearly 50 Years
Following a new report that found that coal miners in central Appalachia are suffering from black lung at the highest rates in nearly 50 years, U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-VA) highlighted the urgent need to strengthen protections for miners and ensure they receive the health care and bene . . .