Cicero, Illinois

Bordered on the north and east by Chicago, the city of Cicero is the nearest suburb to the downtown Chicago area. Cicero is named after the Roman statesman and orator, Marcus Tullius Cicero. Due to years of weak political leadership, present-day Cicero is less than one-sixth its original 36 square-mile size.

In the mid-nineteenth century, the Galena and Chicago Union Railroad laid tracks through Cicero, making it the first suburb connected to Chicago by railway. As a result, Cicero’s population multiplied and the city became officially incorporated in 1869. Additional rail lines came to the city and influenced the growth of the manufacturing industry. Brighton Silver Smelting & Refining Company, Electrocast Steel Foundry, and Brighton Cotton Mill opened their doors. In 1904, Western Electric established an equipment manufacturing plant in Cicero that employed over 20,000 people; the number dwarfed the city’s population of 14,557 at the time. Cicero’s community experienced significant racial tensions and criminal activity from the mid to late 20th century, as many Hispanics moved into neighborhoods and Al Capone formed his criminal empire. The city has overcome these issues in the present day and, with the help of consistent political leadership, continues to develop into a modern-day suburban town.

We have confirmed that Cicero has a number of jobsites where exposure to asbestos products has occurred. Workers exposed to asbestos may be at risk to develop mesothelioma, a form of lung cancer. Mesothelioma treatment options near Cicero are listed at the bottom of this page. Additionally, you should know that asbestos law firms represent people from Cicero who were exposed to asbestos and diagnosed with mesothelioma.

Jobsites in Cicero where Asbestos Exposure Occurred

A number of jobsites in Cicero, IL 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 Cicero, IL

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

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