Asbestos Diseases Foundation of Australia

17/06/2026

Silicosis symptoms develop slowly, often after years of exposure to .

Here’s why early detection matters. is called a “silent disease” because you may not feel any symptoms until your lungs have already been significantly damaged.

Hear from Prof. Deborah Yates and why it is so important that people let their doctor know if they have worked with silica dust - you don’t have to wait for symptoms to take action.
https://silicosis.org.au/about-silicosis/silicosis-symptoms/

09/06/2026

To our ADFA , we have developed a new page to cater for future posts, photos, invitations and interactions.

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572978404236

This page will remain open and available for all past posts and interactions but from the beginning of January 2027, no new content will posted here.

We hope to see you join us over at the new page!

The Asbestos Diseases Foundation of Australia Inc. (ADFA) is a not-for profit organisation working to provide support to people living with asbestos and silica-related diseases, family members, carers and friends.

09/06/2026

To our ADFA , we have developed a new page to cater for future posts, photos, invitations and interactions.

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572978404236

This page will remain open and available for all past posts and interactions but from the beginning of January 2027, no new content will posted here.

We hope to see you join us over at the new page!

The Asbestos Diseases Foundation of Australia Inc. (ADFA) is a not-for profit organisation working to provide support to people living with asbestos and silica-related diseases, family members, carers and friends.

09/06/2026

Vale Professor Richard Scolyer AO, a great Australian and a leader who has shown what is possible in research and treatment beyond the standard norms.

We know that his selflessness and innovation will help disease sufferers and their families in the future. ADFA fully supports the part of his open letter which states:

"To all cancer patients, I encourage you to consider enrolling in research and clinical trials, if on offer. And to government and the wider community, please keep funding science and medical research. This is the most impactful way that you too can make a difference."



(Thanks to Melanoma Institute Australia for the use of their image)

01/06/2026

Renovations can disturb - if you live in a property that was built before 1990, there is more likely asbestos present in the kitchen, bathroom, laundry, wall cladding or outside garage. Don't risk it, get a licensed assessor/removalist to confirm if you have asbestos or not.

29/04/2026

ADFA executive and general members attended the International Workers Memorial Day and Day of Mourning yesterday in Sydney, the Central Coast and Newcastle to commemorate all those taken too early as a result of asbestos and dust-related diseases.

Each year family members, unionists, workers and their loved ones gather to remember the lives lost in the workplace and recommit ourselves to fighting for the living.

The international theme for this year’s IWMD is ‘Fighting Psychosocial Hazards at Work.’ Those diagnosed with occupational lung diseases (OLD) like silicosis and mesothelioma suffer enormous psychosocial damage as a result of exposure and what it will mean to their families when they can no longer work, or they die from illnesses.

ADFA will continue to advocate for those diagnosed with an OLD and their families and necessary changes to WHS laws to protect workers from future exposure.

Barry Robson Dr. Gordon Reid MP SafeWork NSW Safe Work Australia Australian Unions

02/04/2026

ADFA has three regional support groups running with monthly meeting to attend:

The Newcastle Support Group meet on the 3rd Monday of each month at Toronto Workers Club at 11am.

The Central Coast Support Group meet on the 4th Wednesday of each month at Ourimbah RSL at 1pm – 3pm.

Our newest Support Group on the South Coast meet on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 10.30am. The venue for the 15 April meeting is the Builders Club, 61 Church Street, Wollongong.

If you wish to come along, please contact the adfa office on 1800 006 196 or 02 9637 8759.

01/04/2026

Thank you to the Oakville United Soccer Club for coming on board with new sponsorship of ADFA this year.

Established in 1974, the Oakville United Soccer Club is located at Colebee Park in McGraths Hill and compete in the Blacktown and Districts Soccer Football Association (BDSFA) competition.

Oakville United players will be wearing their training shirts bearing the ADFA logo. Sponsors like Oakville United really help ADFA to continue supporting diseases victims and their families.

For more information on our new sponsors, visit their website: https://www.oakvilleunitedsoccerclub.com.au/

31/03/2026

ADDRI leads research, education, and support for Australians affected by asbestos and dust diseases. Learn more about our work and get involved today.

31/03/2026

We’re hiring: Research Assistant – join our team at ADDRI and contribute to life-changing research.

This exciting role offers the opportunity to work alongside our Academic and Research Director and senior researchers on projects focused on developing innovative treatment strategies and diagnostic biomarkers to improve health outcomes for patients with mesothelioma and silicosis.

The Research Assistant will support cutting-edge research initiatives, contributing to experimental design, data analysis, and collaborative project delivery. This role is ideal for someone confident in a diverse range of laboratory techniques, with strong scientific analysis skills and well-developed interpersonal and communication abilities. The ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders is essential to supporting ADDRI’s position as a leading research institute.

If you – or someone you know – would like to contribute directly to better diagnostics, treatment and prevention of dust-related diseases, this is an opportunity to join a dynamic team and make a real impact on people’s lives.

You can read more about this role and how to apply on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4389520452/