Posted on September 29, 2026 Today, the global asbestos prevention community came together for a special webinar, “Honouring Global Asbestos Activist Éric Jonckheere of Belgium,” organized by Workplace Health Without Borders (WHWB) as part of its Saeed Awan Lecture Series. The program was more than a remembrance of a respected friend and advocate. It was [...]
Posted on August 31, 2026 Asbestos exposure remains one of the world’s most persistent public health challenges. Despite decades of scientific evidence proving its danger and regulatory action against the toxin, millions of people remain at risk from this deadly carcinogen. On October 28–29, 2026, Asbestonomy will hold its fifth annual international conference at the [...]
Posted on August 31, 2026 Each September, ADAO marks Mesothelioma Awareness Month by remembering those we have lost, standing with those living with asbestos-caused diseases, and renewing our commitment to prevention, which to this day remains the only cure to asbestos-caused illnesses. This year carries special meaning. September 11 marks the 25th anniversary of the [...]
RELEASE: ADAO APPLAUDS RELEASE OF POST-9/11 RECORDS AND CALLS FOR OUTREACH TO AT-RISK NEW YORKERS Posted on August 31, 2026 On September 11, 2001, terrorists attacked the World Trade Center and the Pentagon and forced United Airlines Flight 93 to crash near Shanksville, Pennsylvania. Nearly 3,000 people were killed, leaving a permanent scar on our [...]
2026 ADAO Staff Briefing Flyer 2026 RSVP: ADAO Staff Briefing Luncheon on Sep. 23 at 12:00 pm ET Note: ADAO's briefing is for credentialed staffers only. RSVP is Required. Posted on August 31, 2026 The Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO) is planning its 20th Congressional Staff Briefing, "Impact of Asbestos on Public Health, Environment, and [...]