A new grant will allow former and current coal miners in the region to continue to receive testing for black lung disease. The $274,000 award will keep the  program running through 2020.
 
Working and newly hired coal miners can visit clinics at UPMC Altoona and the Chan Soon-Shiong Medical Center in Windber for screening,  and treatment.
 
Retired miners are eligible for screenings, assistance applying for medical benefits, and treatment