Phoenix, Arizona

Phoenix is the capital of and largest city in Arizona, as well as the sixth most populated city in the United States, with a population of 1,445,632 people according to the 2010 Census. Phoenix is also the anchor of the Phoenix metropolitan area (also known as the Valley of the Sun) and the county seat of Maricopa County. Located in the Salt River Valley in the south central region of Arizona, Phoenix is situated on flat desert terrain, bordered by lakes and the Superstition Mountains to the east and surrounded by the Phoenix Mountain Preserve. As the center of "the Valley of the Sun", the city has traditionally been associated with Old West myths, tourist resorts, and Sun Belt retirement communities.

Founded in 1861 and incorporated as a city in 1881, Phoenix's early economy was largely agricultural, dependent mainly on copper, cattle, climate, cotton and citrus. However, in the last four decades, most of the farmlands have been transformed into suburbs, and the economy has diversified as rapidly as the population has grown. Manufacturing and tourism, traditionally the base of the city's economy, continue to be significant factors. Phoenix is home to many significant corporate headquarters including Honeywell Aerospace, ON Semiconductor, Mesa Airlines, as well as several Fortune 500 and 1000 companies. The military has a significant presence in Phoenix with Luke Air Force Base. Major industrial products manufactured by companies located in the metropolitan area include aircraft parts, electronic equipment, agricultural chemicals, radios, air-conditioning equipment, leather goods, and Native American crafts.

We have confirmed that Phoenix, Arizona has a significant number of jobsites where asbestos exposure occurred. Workers exposed to asbestos containing products have the chance of developing mesothelioma, an asbestos related cancer. If you were diagnosed with mesothelioma in Phoenix, you may also benefit from seeking the advice of a mesothelioma lawyer.

Large Jobsites in Phoenix where Asbestos Exposure Occurred

The Mesothelioma Cancer Alliance has compiled information obtained from a number of sources to identify the following large job sites in Phoenix where asbestos exposure was known to have occurred. These sites are listed below. Click on them to get more detailed information.

Other Jobsites in Phoenix where Asbestos Exposure Occurred

These additional jobsites in Phoenix, AZ have been identified as harboring asbestos containing materials. These sites, at one point in their history, were known to have exposed a variety of tradesmen to asbestos. We will be documenting in more detail how asbestos exposure occurred at these sites in the future on this web site.

Mesothelioma Cancer Centers Near Phoenix, AZ

For your convenience we have compiled a list of mesothelioma cancer centers that are located within a 100 mile radius of Phoenix, AZ. Please click on a cancer center link to obtain more information about the clinical programs offered, professional designations, areas of expertise and how to contact the center.