The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) is offering free and confidential black lung disease screenings throughout September at multiple locations in Ohio and West Virginia.
Six new sites have been added this month, including Ohio University in Zanesville on 15 September, the UMWA Wheeling Office in Wheeling on 16 September, the Municipal Building in Woodsfield on 17 September, the Volunteer Fire Department in Hopedale on 18 September, Bass Pro Shop in Triadelphia on 19 September, and Price Cutter in Mannington on 23 September.
All current and former coal miners, whether working underground, on the surface, or under contract, are encouraged to participate.
The screenings provide early detection of black lung disease, a preventable yet serious respiratory condition caused by inhaling coal mine dust.
Each screening takes roughly 30 minutes and includes a work history and respiratory questionnaire, chest X-ray, blood pressure check, and breathing test.
Participants will receive a confidential report of their results within eight to ten weeks.
While walk-ins are welcome, appointments are recommended to ensure timely service.
These mobile screenings reinforce NIOSH’s commitment to preventing work-related illnesses and promoting better occupational health outcomes:
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Zanesville, OH – Ohio University, Zanesville (15 September, 9 AM–4:30 PM)
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Wheeling, WV – UMWA Wheeling Office (16 September, 9 AM–5:30 PM)
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Woodsfield, OH – Municipal Building (17 September, 9 AM–4:30 PM)
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Hopedale, OH – Volunteer Fire Department (18 September, 8 AM–3:30 PM)
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Triadelphia, WV – Bass Pro Shop (19 September, 8 AM–5 PM)
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Mannington, WV – Price Cutter (23 September, 8 AM–3:30 PM)
