Miles for Meso is a Mesothelioma Awareness Day 5K race and fun run/walk dedicated to building awareness and funding research.

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5K Run/Walk in Alton and St. Louis

Alton, Illinois:  September 26, 2009, 9 a.m.
St. Louis, Missouri: October 11, 2009 8 a.m.

Presented by the Simmons law firm, Miles for Meso is a fun and educational run and walk for racers, fun runners and walkers in support of mesothelioma cancer awareness and research. This fall you have two opportunities to participate - once in Alton, Illinois on September 26 and once in St. Louis, Missouri on October 11. Cash prizes, great giveaways and more for participating! Participate in both for extra prizes!

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About Miles For Meso

Miles for Meso is a 5K race and fun run and walk for mesothelioma awareness and research. The first opportunity to participate will take place the morning of Illinois Mesothelioma Awareness Day on September 26, 2009, and will benefit the Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to finding better treatment options for this rare and aggressive cancer... read more

Taking the Fight Against Mesothelioma Cancer to the Streets

Miles for Meso hit the ground running on September 26, 2009, Mesothelioma Awareness Day, in Alton, Illinois. Watch a few highlights in the Miles for Meso video below.

Mesothelioma is a rare cancer linked to exposure to asbestos that has no known cure. Learn more about the courageous people affected by mesothelioma.

Latest News & Blog Updates

Miles for Meso Finding Its Legs

Jan 28, 2010

 When we launched Miles for Meso on September 26, 2009 in Alton, Illinois, we were overwhelmed by the positive response.  In fact, before the runners and walkers had even arrived, before the shirts and keepsakes were even ordered – the phone started to ring.  How can I help? Can I host one of these? Are there other Miles for Meso events across the country? read more »

Mesothelioma: Taking the Fight Against Cancer to the Streets

Oct 2, 2009

The first Miles for Meso was an exciting day. We had nearly 500 register, and the streets of Alton were filled with people showing support for the fight against mesothelioma. Words can't really describe it, but hopefully this video can do the day service. read more »

Only $15 to register. Cash prizes and rewards. All money goes to the Meso Foundation.

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The second Miles for Meso will take place in

University City at Centennial Commons.

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Help build awareness and raise money for mesothelioma, a rare cancer caused by asbestos.