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Efforts to prevent silicosis among Labrador mine workers to be studied
ST. JOHN'S, N.L. - A workplace-health consulting firm has been hired to study efforts to reduce the risk of silicosis among workers at iron ore mines in western Labrador.
Silicosis is a lung disease related to the exposure of silica dust.
The provincial government says it has hired Toronto-based Morneau Shepell to study ongoing health monitoring programs at the Iron Ore Company of Canada in Labrador City and nearby Wabush Mines.
Radiologists will also review chest X-rays from current and former mine workers who volunteer for the two-year audit.
A report will be completed during the second year of the audit and make any necessary recommendations.
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