Iowa City, Iowa

Iowa City is in Johnson County in east central Iowa. Iowa City is the principal city of the Iowa City Metropolitan Statistical Area, which encompasses Johnson County and Washington County. Home to more than 67,000 people, Iowa City is one of the largest cities in Iowa. Commonly referred to as a college town, Iowa City is the site of the University of Iowa and a small campus of Kirkwood Community College. The city’s population swells during the months when the two schools are in session. The Old Capitol building is a National Historic Landmark, located in the center of the campus of the University of Iowa, and a popular tourist attraction in Iowa City.

Iowa City has a diverse economy and thriving business community. The pillars of Iowa City’s economy are a major university, and a number of national and international businesses (including several Fortune 500 companies), and thriving commerce. The city is home to the corporate headquarters for Moore North America, Pearson, Oral B Laboratories/Gillette, Procter & Gamble, and numerous smaller industries and businesses. Founded in 1847, the University of Iowa is the city's largest employer, with more than 20,000 employees. The academic and research mission of the University, along with the health care services offered at its hospitals and clinics, have a tremendous economic impact on the area. The University of Iowa is recognized as one of the top public universities in the United States.

Iowa City, Iowa has a long history of activity in industries known for their use of asbestos products, making asbestos exposure, and the risk of asbestos cancer, an ongoing concern for workers and others. If you were exposed to asbestos in Iowa City and have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, you should also consider contacting a mesothelioma law firm.

Jobsites in Iowa City where Asbestos Exposure Occurred

A number of jobsites in Iowa City, IA 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 Iowa City, IA

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