Saginaw, Michigan

Characterized as "the mature urban core of Saginaw County", the city of Saginaw serves as the county seat. Saginaw occupies 17.6 square miles in the Flint/Tri-Cities region of central Michigan along the Saginaw River and is home to an estimated population of 55,600. To Saginaw’s south are the major industrial cities of Ann Arbor and Detroit. To its north are Michigan's natural attractions of lakes, recreation areas and the Upper Peninsula.

The city of Saginaw was once a bustling lumber town and manufacturing center. During the 19th century, Saginaw was the site of numerous sawmills and served as a port for Great Lakes vessels. Throughout much of the 20th century, Saginaw's economy was dominated by manufacturing related to the automotive industry; most notably, manual transmission assemblies, steering gear boxes and power steering pumps. While manufacturing is still a strong element of Saginaw’s economy, efforts have been made to diversify its base. Other important industry sectors include healthcare, technology and agriculture. Some top employers in Saginaw and surrounding areas are Delphi Corporation, St. Mary’s Hospital, General Motors Corporation, Saginaw Community Hospital, and Dow Corning Corporation.

Saginaw’s history of manufacturing places it in a high risk category for asbestos exposure. Workers exposed to asbestos-containing products may be at risk for developing mesothelioma, a potentially terminal cancer. Mesothelioma information including top doctors and cancer centers in and around Saginaw, Michigan are listed at the bottom of this page. Mesothelioma attorneys may also be able to assist you if you or a loved one were exposed to asbestos in Saginaw.

Jobsites in Saginaw where Asbestos Exposure Occurred

A number of jobsites in Saginaw, MI 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 Saginaw, MI

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

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