Because I was asked by some retirees whether or not persons who had worked at LTV and United Taconite would be involved, I want to make it perfectly clear that yes, of course they will be. Study participants will be randomly selected so that the study is not tainted in any way. The main goal is to have the best, most unbiased, study information available from participants so that we can get to the bottom of this very serious disease.
Any current or former mine worker or spouse, whether or not you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma or another lung disease or disorder or cancer, should feel free to contact the University of Minnesota if you have concerns and want to discuss them further. You should contact the Minnesota Taconite Workers Health Study toll free at 866-978-1822. And if you want to learn more, you can access lots of information on the website for the Minnesota Taconite Workers Health Study at www.taconiteworkers.umn. edu. You can also submit any questions you have through this website, and you will receive a response.
I hope this clears up any confusion. Also be aware that the U of M has been working with the steelworkers union and the mining companies to obtain lists of current and former workers from all mines including LTV, Erie and other closed mines, so they can be considered for the study also.
And as always, please feel free to contact me with your questions, comments or concerns at 218-749-5690.
Tom Rukavina
State Representative Dist. 5
Virginia, Minn.
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