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Kentucky Lawmakers Limit Black Lung Claims Reviews Despite Epidemic

Radiologist Dr. Brandon Crum reviews an X-ray of the lungs of Mackie Branham, who suffers from advanced black lung disease. Dr. Crum is among the Kentucky radiologists now barred from assessing X-rays in state workers' compensation cases filed by coal miners seeking black lung benefits. (NPR)
Radiologist Dr. Brandon Crum reviews an X-ray of the lungs of Mackie Branham, who suffers from advanced black lung disease. Dr. Crum is among the Kentucky radiologists now barred from assessing X-rays in state workers' compensation cases filed by coal miners seeking black lung benefits. (NPR)

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