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Organizations hold events to raise awareness about mesothelioma and asbestos. Some events may help fundraise for cancer research and share support for impacted families. Conferences also enable healthcare providers to share the latest research. This curated list includes events for the public and healthcare providers.

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Upcoming Events

20th Annual Global Asbestos Awareness Week

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Since 2004, the Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO) has hosted Global Asbestos Awareness Week during the first week of April. During the week, ADAO focuses on asbestos disease prevention and educating the public about the dangers of asbestos. The week is filled with educational resources that include:

  • Guest blogs
  • Impactful videos
  • Stories from asbestos victims

When: 4/1/2024 – 4/7/2024
Where: Everywhere
Who: Everyone
What: Awareness week
More Info: Event Page

National Public Health Week 2024

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The American Public Health Association (APHA) dedicates a week every April to recognize the importance of public health. During National Public Health Week, APHA highlights issues important to improving the overall health of the nation. APHA highlights a different issue or theme each day of National Public Health Week. The association offers ways for the public to get involved and learn more about the daily themes.

When: 4/1/2024 – 4/7/2024
Where: Everywhere
Who: Everyone
What: Awareness week
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AACR Annual Meeting 2024

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The American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) will host its annual meeting in San Diego. The program brings together the cancer research community, scientists, patients, advocates and other healthcare professionals. Topics will cover a wide range, including population science, prevention, survivorship and advocacy.

When: 4/5/2024 – 4/10/2024
Where: San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, CA
Who: Healthcare professionals, cancer patients and advocates
What: Annual meeting
More Info: Event Page

World Health Day 2024

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The World Health Organization (WHO) established World Health Day to draw attention to a specific health topic that affects the whole world. This year’s theme is “My health, my right” and will focus on health access around the world. WHO hopes to “champion the right of everyone, everywhere to have access to quality health services, education and information.”

When: 4/7/2024
Where: Everywhere
Who: Everyone
What: Awareness day
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ASTM Beard Conference: Asbestos Terminology

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ASTM International hosts this annual conference to teach asbestos professionals terminology and other facets of asbestos work. The theme for this year’s presentation is “Asbestos Terminology: Past, Present, and Future.” Sessions for this year’s conference include:

  • Asbestos terminology evolution and definitions
  • Epidemiology trends
  • How asbestos size, shape and chemistry affect toxicology
  • New developments in how healthcare professionals understand and respond to asbestos-related diseases
  • Updates on laws, codes and statutes

When: 4/10/2024 – 4/12/2024
Where: Philadelphia Marriott Downtown in Philadelphia, PA
Who: Asbestos professionals
What: Educational conference
More Info: Event Page

National Cancer Research Month

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The American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) started National Cancer Research Month as a global awareness campaign to highlight the importance of cancer research. The public can show support for cancer research the entire month of May. Individuals may consider sharing their personal stories of how cancer and research have impacted them to raise awareness. Individuals can also get involved by fundraising and advocating for more research funding.

When: May 2024
Where: Everywhere
Who: Everyone
What: Awareness month
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ASGCT 27th Annual Meeting

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The 27th annual meeting of the American Society of Gene and Cell Therapy (ASGCT) will be held in Baltimore, Maryland. Attendees will be able to network with other professionals in the field of genetics and can expect to hear about the latest scientific research and new technologies. Sessions cover genome editing, gene therapy, cancer vaccines and more.

When: 5/7/2024 – 5/11/2024
Where: Baltimore Convention Center in Baltimore, MD
Who: Healthcare professionals
What: Annual meeting
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Clinical Trials Day

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The Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) hosts Clinical Trials Day every year on May 20. The date was chosen to recognize British Royal Navy surgeon James Lind’s accomplishments for medical research. On this date in 1774, Lind started what is considered the first randomized clinical trial. Today, the ACRP uses the day to celebrate all that has been accomplished through clinical trials.

When: 5/20/2024
Where: Everywhere
Who: Healthcare professionals
What: Awareness day
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National Cancer Survivor Month

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During June, the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) hosts National Cancer Survivor Month. This awareness month celebrates cancer survivors and allows others to learn more about survivorship. The AACR notes that more than 18 million people in the United States are considered cancer survivors. National Cancer Survivor Month also helps raise funds for cancer research.

When: June 2024
Where: Everywhere
Who: Everyone
What: Awareness month
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National Cancer Survivors Day®

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The 37th annual National Cancer Survivors Day takes place on the first Sunday in June. It is a day to celebrate the more than 18 million cancer survivors in the United States. Organizers also note the day helps draw attention to the challenges survivorship may bring in hopes of getting more research, resources and legislation dedicated to cancer survivorship.

When: 6/2/2024
Where: Everywhere
Who: Everyone
What: Awareness day
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Advances in Cancer Immunotherapy™: A Focus on Lung Cancers

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The Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer hosts their program Advances in Cancer Immunotherapy: A Focus on Lung Cancers on June 25 from 1 to 5 p.m. (EDT). The event is designed to teach healthcare professionals the basic principles of immunotherapy for lung cancer. Specific focus areas include reviewing recent advancements in lung cancer immunotherapy and new strategies for managing side effects.

When: 6/25/2024
Where: Virtual conference
Who: Healthcare professionals
What: Medical conference
More Info: Event Page