Pawtucket, Rhode Island

Pawtucket is located in Providence County with more than 72,000 residents, making it the fourth largest city in Rhode Island. The city boasts residential areas with 30,000 housing units and an employment center with 1,000 commercial and service establishments. Attractions and notable sites in Pawtucket include Slater Memorial Park; Veterans Memorial Park which features a 225-seat amphitheater; and the Pawtucket Red Sox, the AAA affiliate/Minor League team of the Boston Red Sox.

Founded in 1671 and incorporated as a city in 1886, Pawtucket was a significant contributor of cotton textiles during the American Industrial Revolution. In 1793, Slater Mill was built on Black River falls in downtown Pawtucket and became the first successful cotton-spinning mill with a fully mechanized power system in the United States. Other manufacturers followed in Slater Mills success transforming Pawtucket into a center for textiles, iron working and other products. Several specialty textile operations still exist in Pawtucket along with nearly 300 diversified industries. Products produced in the city today include lace, non-woven and elastic woven materials, jewelry, silverware, metals and textiles. Hasbro, one of the world's largest manufacturer of toys and games, is headquartered in Pawtucket.

Pawtucket has experienced substantial residential, municipal and commercial construction as well as a long history of manufacturing, particularly during the 20th century. Consequently, asbestos exposure a concern for workers and their loved ones in Pawtucket. For your convenience, we have listed mesothelioma cancer centers located in or near Pawtucket at the bottom of this page. Additionally, asbestos lawyers may be able to give guidance if you were exposed to asbestos in Pawtucket and then diagnosed with mesothelioma.

Jobsites in Pawtucket where Asbestos Exposure Occurred

A number of jobsites in Pawtucket, RI 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 Pawtucket, RI

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

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