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pneumoconiosis

[noo-muh-koh-nee-oh-sis, nyoo-] / ˌnu məˌkoʊ niˈoʊ sɪs, ˌnju- /


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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

When a miner died and it was suspected they had pneumoconiosis, local coroners in England and Wales were required to inform the PMPs when and where a post-mortem examination would be taking place.

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

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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