Not everyone who supports awareness of mesothelioma may be able to attend Miles for Meso September 27 The Asbestos Awareness Organization disease (ADAO) provides a solution to this with its virtual team ADAO Warrior mesothelioma.
Although this is the sixth year of the fundraising race for research organizations and support mesothelioma, this is the first year of the Warrior mesothelioma virtual team. This virtual team allows those who can not participate in the 6th annual Miles for Meso register a name that will be presented on other runners.
This means that mesothelioma survivors, victims or their families can submit their names and join the cause in mind. Runners featuring the names of the virtual team ADAO Mesothelioma Warrior pose for a photo after the race, allowing runners to see their virtual presence in the race.
The deadline for submitting a name to the virtual warrior mesothelioma team is Monday, September 22 
race begins at 9:00 am on September 27 in Alton, Illinois. Simmons Hanly Conroy, as Miles for Meso national sponsor and host of the Alton race plays a major role in education initiatives, education, and community event. The race is part of the continuous efforts of Simmons Hanly Conroy to publicize mesothelioma and asbestos exposure in recognition of the National Day mesothelioma awareness.
The race also features a 2k fun run for those who are not avid runners, but still wish to participate. Aside from the actual race, Miles for Meso offers a variety of activities to riders and non-riders can both enjoy. At the event this year, you will find a dog adoption event, music, free food, only playing area for children, and face painting. All runners will receive free Miles for Meso T-shirts and the first five women and men runners will each receive cash prizes.
For more information on the ADAO virtual team and how you can participate, visit the ADAO website. To learn more about registering for the Alton Miles for Meso 5K race, visit www.milesformeso.org/register.
