Recently, there has been an increase in mesothelioma awareness throughout the United States. Non-profit organizations in particular are getting the word out to the masses about this deadly disease and the dangers of being exposed to asbestos. They hope to find a cure to pleural mesothelioma. Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation (MARF)is leading the efforts in getting the word out and fighting for a cure to this disease that is linked to asbestos exposure.
Miles for Meso is a program conducted for cancer awareness and research. It is a 5k race with attractive cash prizes. This walk/run will be not only fun but also educational. Whatever be your age or athletic capacity, you can participate in this event as it is targeted towards creating mesothelioma awareness in society and whatever little you do is sure to impact the cause.