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Friday 19, November, 2004, 12:30-18:30, (16:00-17:00, Q&A) No.3 CR Saturday 20, November, 2004, 09:30-18:30, (16:00-17:00, Q&A) No.3 CR Sunday 21, November, 2004, 09:30-12:30, No.3 CR Poster Sessions Turning Anger into Action Linda Reinstein Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO), the U.S.A. ABSTRACT: Linda Reinstein, Executive Director and Cofounder of the Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization & the ADAO Coalition for Asbestos Awareness, turned anger into action. Recognizing that awareness will lead to prevention, early diagnosis, new treatments and a cure, Linda unleashed decades of non-profit experience, her strong communication skill, and extensive networking experience and founded ADAO. After a series of misdiagnoses, after enduring months of undiagnosed symptoms, surgery confirmed her husband was suffering from mesothelioma. Paralyzed by the grim prognosis and radical treatment options, Linda began exhaustive asbestos and medical research. Uncovering over a hundred years of asbestos documentation linking the hazardous material to disease, and numerous treatment recommendations, Linda vowed to one day share her resources, knowledge and experience to help others; thus educating the public about asbestos exposure and the impact on victims and their families. Linda will share the development, structure, vital components and tips for successfully establishing and managing your own grassroots organization. |