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University Of Minnesota Probing the Causes for Increasing Number of Mesothelioma Cases in Iron Ranges Miners
Catherine A. Murphy
It was announced by Rep. Tom Rukavina (DFL-Virginia) that the University of Minnesota will take over the research studies and continue the probe for determining the causes behind the increasing number of mesothelioma cases and other asbestos diseases among the Iron Range miners and residents in the state. It was announced at the joint legislative hearing in which the legislators and citizens of Minnesota expressed their anger and frustration at the Minnesota Health Department for hiding the facts from public.
The researchers aim to test the rocks and dust from the Iron Range taconite mines that are believed to be the major cause of mesothelioma cases in the region. It is believed that the taconite dust contains the asbestos fiber which is causing all these deadly diseases. Other diseases have also been reported because of the commercial use of asbestos products that have been used by the general public as well as the miners.
The Health Commissioner of Minnesota has assured the university researchers of full cooperation in this research. The dean of the university’s School of Public Health has promised that the school is willing to provide funds to support the research program till the Minnesota Legislator provides funds to carry out the research. It has been estimated that some of the research may take 3 to 5 years to complete and it may be a long time before the results are announced.