Posted on September 25, 2020

As we join together for Mesothelioma Awareness Day on September 26th, and kickoff the weeklong virtual Miles for Meso fundraiser, we remember and honor Mesothelioma Warriors. Since the race is virtual this year, we have compiled a Facebook Warrior Bib album with all of the bibs. Once you have located your bib, please print it and wear it during your hometown run/walk! If you do not see your Mesothelioma Warriors name, or did not submit a bib in time, we ask that you please print the blank bib and hand write your loved ones name. A blank tribute bib was also included in the race packets or can be downloaded from the Alton virtual packet webpage.

This year, we had nearly 150 bib submissions from around the world, reflecting the power of unity, community, and hope. The stories told from mesothelioma patients, their families, and their loved ones humbled us, broke our hearts, gave us hope, and motivated us to further push for a complete ban, without any loopholes or extensions, on this toxic fiber.

Thank you to everyone who contributed to this year’s Miles for Meso event, and we want to especially thank Simmons Hanly Conroy for sponsoring this great event, and remaining a steadfast supporter of the ban asbestos movement. 

Joined by a common bond and shared goal, the Mesothelioma Warrior community epitomizes the old Chinese proverb, “Out of the hottest fire comes the strongest steel.” Together, we are galvanized to end the asbestos man-made disaster. When the sun sets on September 26th, our work for Mesothelioma Warriors of today and the future will continue. Mesothelioma Awareness is more than a day on the calendar for us — it is part of ADAO’s daily mission to end the heartbreaking effects of mesothelioma and asbestos.

In honor, remembrance, and unity,

Linda Reinstein

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