Santa Cruz, California

The city of Santa Cruz is the county seat of Santa Cruz County, California. Located on Monterey Bay, it is the largest city in Santa Cruz County, with a population of just under 60,000. Settled as a mission by the Spanish in 1791, Santa Cruz was incorporated as a city in 1866. One of Santa Cruz's earliest industries, agriculture, continues to be a key part of the city's economy, as Santa Cruz has become a center for organic farming. Higher education, tourism and biotechnology are also well-represented. Among the city's top employers are the University of California, Santa Cruz, the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk amusement park, and Plantronics.

Santa Cruz began to develop industrially around 1848, with the arrival of blacksmith Elihu Anthony. In addition to a small foundry, Anthony also built a hotel and general store, and sold parcels of land to the men who worked there. The establishment of railroad lines in 1876 and 1881 brought workers to Santa Cruz and provided market access for the city's timber, leather and limestone industries. Changing technology and dwindling resources caused all three industries to decline by the early 20th century, although meatpackers Walti, Shilling & Company, founded in 1892, remained in business until 1977. Santa Cruz next attempted to recreate itself as a resort destination, leading to the construction of the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk around 1903. By mid-century, manufacturing had returned to the area; Lipton Tea, Wrigley's chewing gum and Texas Instruments all operated factories in Santa Cruz. By the early 21st century, those factories had closed, and Santa Cruz was again becoming a center of tourism, drawing visitors to its watersports, state parks and world-class surfing spots.

Santa Cruz has a lengthy history of industry and construction, making asbestos exposure an ongoing concern. Workers exposed to asbestos may be at risk for mesothelioma, a cancer of the lungs. Mesothelioma cancer centers in and around Santa Cruz are listed at the bottom of this page. If you were exposed to asbestos in Santa Cruz, you may benefit from seeking the advice of an asbestos attorney.

Jobsites in Santa Cruz where Asbestos Exposure Occurred

A number of jobsites in Santa Cruz, CA 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 Santa Cruz, CA

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

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