Publications by authors named "Dolores J Weems"
Occup Environ Med
August 2022
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to assess lung function issues in former coal miners, arguing that previous research mainly focused on active miners, which may overlook the extent of chronic respiratory diseases.
- An analysis of data from 2,568 former miners revealed that 56.6% had abnormal lung function, with a notable prevalence of airflow obstruction, especially in older miners and even in those who never smoked.
- The results highlight that significant lung impairment exists not just in smokers but also in never-smokers among the coal miners, emphasizing the need to recognize both physiological and imaging changes linked to coal mine dust exposure.
