Salisbury, North Carolina

The city of Salisbury serves as county seat of Rowan County with a population of about 28,000 people. Salisbury is home to the renowned North Carolina soft drink, Cheerwine, as well as the regional supermarket chain, Food Lion. The largest employers in Salisbury are Food Lion, Rowan Regional Medical Center, and the Veteran’s Affairs Hospital.

By 1860, Salisbury was the fifth largest city in North Carolina and served as a major railroad hub and farming center. The agricultural industry supported Salisbury’s growth and prosperity through the turn of the 20th century, when textiles became king. Several mills opened in Salisbury, including Cone Mills Corp, a manufacturer of chamois cloth, flannel shirting, denim, and chambray. Over time, Cone Mills Corp matured into one of the top denim producers in the world up until the 21st century, when the worldwide shift of manufacturing forced Cone Mills to close its doors after a century of business. Duke Power-Buck Station (also known as Buck Steam Plant) is a four unit, coal-fired generating station located within Salisbury’s city limits. Buck Steam Station was Duke Energy’s first large capacity coal-generating plant built in the Carolinas. Salisbury has a strong record of historic preservation and is home to over ten National Register historic districts that continue to magnetize newcomers to the area.

We have confirmed that Salisbury has numerous manufacturing, construction, and industrial jobsites where asbestos exposure occurred. Workers exposed to asbestos products may be at risk to develop malignant mesothelioma. If you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma in Salisbury, you may benefit from contacting Dr. David H. Harpole. Additionally, mesothelioma lawyers may be able to give guidance if you were exposed to asbestos in Salisbury and then diagnosed with mesothelioma.

Jobsites in Salisbury where Asbestos Exposure Occurred

A number of jobsites in Salisbury, NC 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 Salisbury, NC

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

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