Posted on September 9, 2014
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 John, as shared by one of his family members, Charles Perea, who is a part of our ADAO family.
We encourage you to submit your personal stories by clicking here and following the simple instructions on the page. In sharing, comes healing. Remember, you are not alone.
“Ensuring Future Generations Are No Longer Ignorant About Asbestos” – John’s Story
Name: John
Location: New Mexico
Date of Diagnosis: 20-OCT-1987
Diagnosis: Mesothelioma
1932 – 2001
How has asbestos changed your life? 
I started a non-profit 501(c)3 Johnny O. Perea Foundation for Asbestos Education & Relief. We are educating residents and children to prevent exposures that lead to many cancers. Through public education we intend to ensure future generations are no longer ignorant about asbestos. We teach EPA/OSHA/WHO/CDC/DOH information based on the facts.
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