Tempe, Arizona

Tempe is a city in Maricopa County, Arizona located in the East Valley section of metropolitan Phoenix; it is bordered by Phoenix and Guadalupe on the west, Scottsdale on the north, Chandler on the south, and Mesa on the east. The city is named after the Vale of Tempe in Greece, and is home to over 160,000 people. Tempe is known nationally as the home of Arizona State University, the oldest and largest "Tempe" campus; the Insight Bowl; and events such as the P.F. Chang’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona Marathon & ½ Marathon, and Ford Ironman Arizona. A favorite destination for visitors and residents alike is Tempe’s Mill Avenue District, revitalized in the 1970s, a pedestrian-friendly downtown complete with shady red brick sidewalks, turn of the century buildings, restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues.

After World War II, Tempe began growing at a rapid rate as veterans and others moved to the city. The last of the local farms disappeared. Through annexation, the city reached its current boundaries by 1974. Tempe had grown into a modern city occupying more than 39 square miles. Its small teachers college had also grown, and in 1958, the institution became Arizona State University. In the 20th and 21st centuries, Tempe has expanded not only as a suburb of Phoenix, but also a center of education. It is the seventh largest city in Arizona, with a strong modern economy based on commerce, tourism and technology. Some top employers in Tempe include, Arizona State University, Honeywell, and Safeway. Tempe is also the location of US Airways Group's corporate headquarters.

It has been documented that Tempe, Arizona has several jobsites where asbestos exposure occurred. Those who worked with and/or around asbestos containing products are potentially at risk to develop mesothelioma, a terminal cancer. Information on mesothelioma cancer centers located in and around Tempe can be found at the bottom of this page. If you or a loved one were diagnosed with mesothelioma in Tempe, you may also benefit from seeking the advice of a mesothelioma lawyer.

Large Jobsites in Tempe 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 Tempe where asbestos exposure was known to have occurred. These sites are listed below. Click on them to get more detailed information.

Other Jobsites in Tempe where Asbestos Exposure Occurred

These additional jobsites in Tempe, 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 Tempe, AZ

For your convenience we have compiled a list of mesothelioma cancer centers that are located within a 100 mile radius of Tempe, 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.

Mesothelioma Doctors Near Tempe, AZ

For your convenience we have compiled a list of mesothelioma doctors who are located within a 100 mile radius of Tempe, AZ. Please click on a doctor link to obtain more information about his/her background, areas of expertise, professional affiliations and office locations.