Impact of Funding Cuts on Miners' Health

This chapter explores the sudden termination of a vital black lung disease research program in Appalachia, raising concerns among coal miners about the impact of federal budget cuts on their healthcare. It highlights the disconnect between policymakers and the realities faced by workers in the coal industry amidst conflicting legislative actions.

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