Black Lung Benefits Program
Innovative Care Models: UNM Partners with Rural Clinics to Combat Black Lung
The University of New Mexico (UNM) is revolutionizing healthcare access for miners battling black lung disease by partnering with rural clinics and launching mobile screening units and telemedicine services. These innovative care models ensure that miners in remote areas receive early diagnosis, specialized treatment, and benefits counseling without long-distance travel.
Senators Push for Black Lung Benefits Reform: What This Means for Coal Miners
The Black Lung Benefits Improvement Act of 2023 aims to overhaul the flawed system miners face when seeking compensation for black lung disease. With key reforms like legal assistance, medical transparency, and inflation-adjusted benefits, the bill seeks to ensure fair treatment for affected coal workers. If passed, it could ease financial burdens, streamline claims, and hold coal companies accountable. Learn how this reform impacts miners and their families.
