CARD Shutting Down After 20 Years

The Center for Asbestos Related Disease is shutting down at the end of August 2026 after 20 years of vital service to Libby’s asbestos-affected community — but don’t panic: they’re wrapping things up with care. Their federal grant funding is ending, and while they’ll keep offering screenings and case management until the last day, they’re no longer accepting new long-distance cases to ensure everything can be completed before closure. A small team will stay on to handle final paperwork and preserve records. The Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry is helping coordinate the transition, and they’re hinting at a future plan for asbestos screening and innovation. CARD’s legacy includes over 150 scientific papers that’ve reshaped how we treat asbestos-related illness. If you need your medical records, request them now — the process after closure is still being sorted out. Reach out to CARD directly for help. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d67711db48e5eeef