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President's Message

In May, much-needed reform to the 1976 Toxic Substance Chemicals Act (TSCA) passed the U.S. House of Representatives and is expected to soon pass the U.S. Senate and be signed into law. The new legislation ensures the EPA can quickly review and take action on asbestos. ADAO also helped defeat the FACT bill in Pennsylvania, which would have delayed relief for victims of asbestos exposure. Enormous thanks to the ADAO champions who testified at Congressional hearings, called their lawmakers, sent opposition letters, and shared their stories. YOU make our work possible. 

Please join ADAO for two upcoming events that blend art with advocacy. On June 17, Earl Dotter is presenting his photography exhibit, BADGES: A Memorial Tribute to Asbestos Workers in Texas. On July 7 in West Hollywood, musician and mesothelioma victim Warren Zevon will be honored at a fundraising party benefiting ADAO complete with live music, a photo exhibit of Zevon's rock star heyday, and an auction of memorabilia.

Video recordings from each session during our 2016 conference are now available online. Humongous thanks to Herman Hamilton who puts so much time into making these videos accessible. Watch this month's featured video to meet Herman.

Congratulations to Annamarie for a smashing success at her Rockin' for Meso event! 

ADAO is excited to announce our 13th Asbestos Awareness and Prevention Conference is scheduled for April 7-9, 2017.

Together, we are and will continue making change happen.

Linda Reinstein, Social Networks
In This Issue
TSCA Update
Interview with Herman Hamilton, ADAO Executive Assistant
2016 ADAO Annual International Asbestos Awareness and Prevention Conference Videos
ADAO's 13th Annual International Asbestos Awareness and Prevention Conference April 7 - 9, 2017
Earl Dotter Exhibits to be Shown at the University of Texas Health Science Center
ADAO Presenting at London's Safety and Health Expo: "Progress and Challenges in Mitigating Asbestos Exposure"
Collegium Ramazzini Fellows: Helsinki 2014 Criteria Misses Critical Issues Concerning Attribution of Asbestos-Related Disease
Trades Union Congress (TUC) - "Asbestos...Time to Get Rid of It"
June Hancock Mesothelioma Research Fund: The Mesothelioma Handbook
ADAO Helps Reform TSCA to Ban Asbestos
Senator Barbara Boxer (D-CA) Fights to Have Asbestos Prioritized in the TSCA Reform Legislation
Victory for Asbestos Victims in Pennsylvania
Remembering Janelle, Mesothelioma Warrior, on June 6th Wonder Woman Day
Musician and Asbestos Victim Warren Zevon to be Honored at a Tribute Fundraiser Benefiting ADAO
Tune in for Quincy Jones' HBO Comedy Special "Burning the Light"
Annamarie's "Rockin' for Meso" Event was a Roaring Success!
ADAO Joins Unionists and Activists at the London Hazards Centre's 11th Mesothelioma Action Day
ADAO Proudly Supports National Cancer Research Month
"Brought My Life to a Total Halt" - Ralph's Story
"My Dad Did Not Deserve to Die the Way He Did" - Joe's Story
"Cheated of his Golden Years" - Jack's Story
Global Calendar
The Hill Op-Ed: Victory in the fight against asbestos - From poster child for reform to litmus test for success
Eternit bis, Schmidheiny si può riprocessare per omicidio doloso? Decide la Consulta
WHO Prioritizes Asbestos Awareness and Prevention in New Workplace Safety Plan
Article HeadlineCenter for Public Integrity Commentary: Update of Toxic Substances Control Act a worthy step that's long overdue
Detroit Free Press: Asbestos Contractors Target Homeless, Other Vulnerable People
The Asia-Pacific Journal: Contamination at Largest US Air Force Base in Asia: Kadena, Okinawa
Australian Broadcasting Corporation: Union Concerned TasWater Workers Handling Asbestos Without Proper Training
The Times of Israel: Airborne Asbestos Feared After Jerusalem Market Fire
The World Today - Cost of Treating Asbestos-Related Disease Leads Researchers to Call for Global Ban on Use and Production
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The passage of TSCA has been briefly delayed as Sen. Rand Paul held the bill so he can fully review the final language. It's not IF - just WHEN.  The U.S. Senate has the votes to pass the TSCA compromise bill and the White House has expressed support.

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Herman Hamilton has been an amazing Executive Assistant for ADAO for more than 11 years.  Since coming onboard, Herman has been my right-hand man, a pillar of strength, and a fearless leader.  With a keen attention to details, he works tirelessly on crucial day-to-day items and issues that enable ADAO remain focused our core educational, advocacy, and community efforts.  Meet my friend, Herman. ~ Linda


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GLOBAL CALENDAR

 
June: Men's Health/Cancer Awareness Month
June 2: Quincy Jones' Comedy Special "Burning the Light" airs at 7 p.m. PT on HBO
June 6: Janelle Bedel's Wonder Woman Day in Rushville, IN
June 13-14: 5th International Conference on Precarious Work and Vulnerable Workers at Middlesex University, London, UK
June 14-16: "BADGES: A Memorial Tribute to Asbestos Workers" Photo Exhibit by Earl Dotter on Display in Tyler, TX 
June 16-17: UK Oncology Forum in Windsor, UK
June 20-24: Health and Safety Week, United Kingdom
June 21-22: IOSH 2016 Conference in London, UK
June 21-23: SHExpo in London, United Kingdom
July 1: Mesothelioma Action Day, United Kingdom

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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