GARY, W.Va. – Any coal miner who wants to apply locally for black lung benefits will be given a chance to do so on Monday, Dec. 2.
A U.S. Department of Labor federal black lung outreach clinic will be held in two places in Tazewell County.
The first is set for 9 a.m, to noon at the UMWA Union Hall at 4018 Stoney Ridge Road, Bishop, and the second will be held from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Fuller-Peery Exposition Hall, Tazewell County Fairgrounds, 135 Fieldcrest Circle, Tazewell.
Coal miners will be given assistance in applying for benefits.
For more information, contact the black lung staff, Tug River Health, 5883 Black Diamond Highway Gary, W.Va. or call 304-448-3794.
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