In Unity, Hope, and Remembrance April 7th In Remembrance - By Jordan Zevon I lost my father – Warren Zevon – to mesothelioma in 2003. He is missed by family, and he is missed by fans of the music. I keep my father in my heart and hope that through the work of ADAO, that [...]
What About My Health? April 5th By Arthur L. Frank, PhD, MD Rare diseases are often difficult to diagnose. In addition, treatment information can be difficult to find and experts with experience treating such diseases are typically rare. Various treatment options exist for asbestos-related diseases, patients respond differently to treatments, and personal preferences should also [...]
Posted on April 1, 2010 Top 10 Reasons to Prevent Asbestos Exposure April 1st By Linda Reinstein ADAO President/CEO and Co-Founder Since 2004, the Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization has given asbestos victims and concerned citizens a united voice to raise public awareness about the threat that asbestos exposure poses to public health. Now 6,000 strong, [...]
Asbestos in the Home April 4th By J. Brent Kynoch Managing Director, Environmental Information Association Generally speaking, homes that were built prior to 1980 are more likely to have asbestos containing products than newer homes. Asbestos use in home building materials was common from the early 1900’s through the 1970’s. Several uses of asbestos were [...]
Asbestos in Toys and Tools April 6th By Paul Zygielbaum ADAO Product Testing Project Manager United States law and regulation allow commerce in products containing asbestos either as an ingredient or as a contaminant. The public lacks awareness of where asbestos might be found in our everyday environment. Inadequate regulation and awareness combine to pose [...]