National Mesothelioma Awareness Day will again be recognized this year on September 26th. The day is designed to promote awareness and safety, and to encourage Americans to raise money to research and eradicate the deadly form of cancer.
National Mesothelioma Awareness Day was first established in 2004 by volunteers of the Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation (MARF). Due in large part to the efforts of MARF and Senator Max Baucus (D-MT), awareness related to mesothelioma and other asbestos illnesses has steadily increased.
In 2010, a Congressional Declaration made official the recognition of the day, supporting the goals of mesothelioma awareness and urging the President to issue a proclamation encouraging all people to recognize the day with appropriate ceremonies and activities. Most of the activities are organized by volunteers, though recently cities and organizations such as sports franchises have begun promoting Mesothelioma Awareness Day.
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