The legacy of asbestos in Western Australia is tragic and profound. WA records one of the highest rates of mesothelioma in the world, at 4.2 cases per 100,000 people compared to the national average of 2.2. Each year, between 700–900 Australians are diagnosed with this aggressive terminal cancer, with asbestos exposure being the only known cause, and national health system costs estimated at $32.1 million annually. MADDA provides a vital, worker-focused service that fills a critical gap in the current health system.