Posted on May 23, 2014 Troi Atkinson is a talented songwriter and Americana/Folk Rock musician formerly with Funk-IT Records. In 2012, his life changed drastically when he was diagnosed with mesothelioma. Since then, Troi has vowed to use his musical talents as a vehicle of social change to raise mesothelioma and asbestos awareness. He powerfully opens [...]
Posted on May 23, 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. [...]
Published on May 23, 2014 ADAO would like to give a shout out for Kieran Brewer’s fundraising efforts for Cancer Research UK’s Relay For Life. Kieran has been raising asbestos awareness for years, like his mother, ADAO’s dear friend, Debbie Brewer. Teams like Kieran’s, called the Misfits, fundraise in their local communities throughout the year [...]
Posted on May 21, 2014 S. 2319 Further Victimizes Asbestos Victims and Families: Invades Privacy – Denies Justice – Delays Compensation ADAO needs your HELP today! Please call your two U.S. Senators today and urge them to oppose "The Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency (FACT) Act – S. 2319." Senator Jeff Flake (R-AZ) introduced S. 2319, the Senate companion piece [...]
Posted on May 21, 2014 On behalf of the Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO), we send our sincere condolences to Ray's family and friends. I will always remember this great man and his extraordinary efforts to raise awareness, help others, and find a cure. Ray, your legacy lives on in each of us. ~ Linda Reinstein [...]