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President's Message
ADAO need s your HELP today! I am going to Congress next week to ensure our voices are heard. I will be telling Members of Congress and the media about our mesothelioma battles and how asbestos-caused diseases impact our families. Please call your U.S. House Representatives today, Monday, and Tuesday urging them to vote NO on "The Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency (FACT) Act - H.R. 982."
Ink the date! The 2014 Asbestos Awareness Conference will be held on April 4-6 in Washington, D.C. Our 10th anniversary theme, "Where Knowledge and Action Unite," would not be possible without the courageous Mesothelioma Warriors who share their knowledge about the danger of asbestos, take action to raise awareness and push for an asbestos ban and unite to support others suffering through the same devastating illness -- all while struggling with the terrible symptoms of asbestos disease, literally fighting for their lives. Thanks to each of you for your generous donations of time and dollars supporting our conference. Please join us in thanking our 2013 ADAO Platinum Sponsors Baron and Budd, P.C., Motley Rice LLC. and Simmons Law Firm LLC., and Silver Sponsors Early, Lucarelli, Sweeney & Strauss and The Nemeroff Law Firm.
Our community has been saddened once again in the last two weeks to lose four courageous Meso Warriors - Dede, Tom, Doug and Peter. We grieve together, but we do not give up hope. This Thanksgiving, I am thankful to all of you who, with every breath, continue the fight for a world free from asbestos.
Together, change is possible.
Linda
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2014 ADAO CONFERENCE: APRIL 4-6 IN WASHINGTON, D.C.
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"Where Knowledge and Action Unite!" 10th Annual International Asbestos Awareness Conference: April 4 - 6, 2014
ADAO's 10th Annual International Asbestos Awareness Conference will be held on April 4 - 6, 2014 in Washington, D.C. at the Crystal Gateway Marriott.
We are proud to announce that ADAO's 10th Annual Conference features 30 speakers, nine honorees and representatives from seven countries. Come and learn from renowned experts, global activists, scientists, doctors, patients and families. We will look back at our accomplishments in ten years and look forward to the next ten years and a future free from asbestos disease. Read More...
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ADAO sincerely thanks our 2013 Asbestos Awareness Conference Platinum and Silver Sponsors for their generosity and commitment to ADAO's work. Without the generosity of our sponsors, we would not have the opportunity to bring the Voices of the Victims to Washington, D.C. Your support enables ADAO to advance education, advocacy, and community, and, ultimately, make change possible.
Platinum Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Early, Lucarelli, Sweeney & Strauss
The Nemeroff Law Firm
The Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization does not make legal referrals.
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ADAO Voices Opposition Against the FACT Act
The Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency (The FACT Act) of 2013 further victimizes asbestos victims and families. It invades privacy, denies justice, and delays compensation. Please call your U.S. House Representative on or before Tuesday, November 12th, and urge them to vote NO on the FACT Act. Read More...
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Call your U.S. House Representative on Tuesday to voice oppostion and Stop the FACT Act.
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2013 ADAO Asbestos Awareness Conference Videos Just Released!
View and share the 2013 ADAO
Asbestos Awareness Conference collection of speaker presentations, the awards ceremony, and remembrance brunch - now on video! Read More...
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"Living with Emptiness" - Robert's Story
 We have been touched by asbestos in individual ways, yet we are joined together by a bond of community. As a testament to the strength of our global family, the Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO) is highlighting the courageous stories of our members with the "Share Your Story" feature on our website.
This week, we would like to honor the story of
Robert, as shared by his daughter Nicola, who is a part of our ADAO family. Read More...
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November: Shine a Light on the Facts about Lung Cancer
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ADAO Community Member in the Running for $5,000 Mesothelioma Scholarship
 Cortney, an ADAO community member and University of Michigan student, entered an essay on mesothelioma into a contest to win a $5,000 scholarship. She hopes to be able to further her education toward a public health degree and continue to spread awareness on asbestos and the disease that took her father from her.
Please take a moment to read and VOTE for Cortney's educational essay by clicking this link that will take you straight to the voting page. Voting ends on Saturday, Nov 16th. Cortney, you have my vote!
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Georgia-Pacific's Secretive Research Program to Delay and Deny Asbestos Liabilities
 The Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO) is thrilled to be featured in Jim Morris' recent Center for Public Integrity article, "Facing Lawsuits Over Deadly Asbestos, Paper Giant Launched Secretive Research Program." In it, Morris explains how the Atlanta-based Georgia-Pacific Company attempted to reduce or shift its burden in addressing asbestos litigation claims by performing secret research that would hopefully exonerate its product as a carcinogen. Read More...
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Save a Life from Asbestos Exposure during Health Literacy Month
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Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway Delays Asbestos Claims 
On October 6th, a Scripps National Investigation, "Risky Business," aired on television and in newspapers nationwide. The story addressed allegations that Berkshire Hathway, an American multinational conglomerate holding company that's part of Warren Buffett's empire, has intentionally delayed or denied insurance claims for victims of asbestos exposure. Read More...
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NEW ADAO "Stop The FACT Act" INFOGRAPHIC
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| NOVEMBER IS AUSTRALIA AWARENESS MONTH! |
Australia Launches National Asbestos Awareness Month Campaign
 Australians have dedicated November to educating citizens across the country about the dangers of asbestos in and around homes. Even though all six forms of asbestos have been banned in Australia, asbestos-related diseases continue to increase among Australians. With home renovations and DIY projects, deadly asbestos fibers are left to linger in the air and cause life-threatening health effects upon inhalation. Read More...
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Mining Companies Ignore Asbestos Dangers
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The Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO) was founded by asbestos victims and their families in 2004. ADAO seeks to give asbestos victims and concerned citizens a united voice to raise public awareness about the dangers of asbestos exposure. ADAO is an independent global organization dedicated to preventing asbestos-related diseases through education, advocacy, and community. For more information, visit www.asbestosdiseaseawareness.org
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