Galveston, Texas

Galveston is a coastal city located on Galveston Island with an estimated population of more than 57,000. Galveston is the second-largest city in and the county seat of Galveston County, Texas and located within the Houston–Sugar Land–Baytown metropolitan area. Galveston offers a rich history, natural beauty, cultural events, Victorian architecture, first-class museums as well as many outdoor activities. Galveston has one of the largest and historically significant collections of nineteenth-century buildings with over 60 structures listed in the National Register of Historic Places.

Soon after Galveston was settled in the early 1800s, the Port of Galveston was established and became one of the largest ports in the United States and the oldest port in the Gulf of Mexico west of New Orleans. During this century, Galveston became a major commercial center and served as a leader in the state’s growth; it was the first city to have a post office, naval base, hospital, grocery store, telephone, and medical college. At the turn of the century, on September 8, 1900, a hurricane hit and devastated the island leveling many blocks and taking more than 6,000 lives. Despite the loss, Galvestonians quickly began rebuilding their Island. Then again on September 13, 2008 another natural disaster, Hurricane Ike, struck the island--80 percent of the Island homes and buildings were affected by rising water and wind damage. Subsequently, Galveston has made recovery, reconstruction and diversification of the Island’s tax base a priority. The pillars of Galveston’s economic base include the Port of Galveston and maritime businesses, the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, and tourism. Other industries that contribute to the city’s strong, diverse economy include education, banking, and insurance.

Exposure to asbestos in the workplace has been an enduring issue for workers and their loved ones in Galveston, Texas. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma in Galveston, you may benefit from contacting Dr. David Rice. Mesothelioma attorneys may also be able to assist you if you or a loved one were exposed to asbestos in Galveston.

Large Jobsites in Galveston where Asbestos Exposure Occurred

The Mesothelioma Cancer Alliance has compiled information obtained from a number of sources to identify the following large job sites in Galveston where asbestos exposure was known to have occurred. These sites are listed below. Click on them to get more detailed information.

Other Jobsites in Galveston where Asbestos Exposure Occurred

These additional jobsites in Galveston, TX 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 Galveston, TX

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

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