Posted in September 2012 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. [...]
Posted on September 17, 2012 Click here to read the entire story,"Global Mesothelioma Experts Convene at the 2012 iMig Conference" Linda Reinstein (ADAO) and Katherine Lagomarsino (Cure Today) at the iMig conference As I reflect on last week’s International Mesothelioma Interest Group Conference in Boston, I am overcome by the breadth and [...]
Posted on September 15, 2012 It was reported yesterday in the Toronto Globe and Mail that the Canadian Federal Industry Minister Christian Paradis announced that the federal government will “no longer oppose global rules that restrict use and shipment of the substance” and that “Ottawa will offer up to $50-million to help towns dependent on the industry [...]
[View the story "Global Mesothelioma Experts Convene at the 2012 iMig Conference " on Storify]Global Mesothelioma Experts Convene at the 2012 iMig Conference The iMig conference brings together experts dedicated to treating and curing mesothelioma. The conference features workshops, presentations and discussions focused on groundbreaking ideas and strengthening collaborative efforts.Storified by Linda Reinstein · Thu, [...]
UPDATED on September 11, 2012 On the eve of 9/11, the federal government added nearly 50 types of cancer, including mesothelioma, to the list of Sept. 11 World Trade Center-related illnesses that will be covered in the James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act. Dr. John Howard, Director of National Institute for Occupational Safety (NIOSH) said, "The [...]