Hampton, Virginia

Located on the southeastern end of the Virginia Peninsula, Hampton is an independent city of Virginia and is part of the Hampton Roads metropolitan area. With over 137,000 residents, Hampton is the sixth most populous city in the state and houses the world’s first bridge-tunnel, which crosses the channel that serves as gateway to the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic Ocean. On March 30, 1908, Hampton formally became an incorporated city.

Since its settlement in 1610, and the founding of Fort Calhoun and Fort Monroe, the military has remained a strong presence in Hampton. In 1916, prior to World War I, Langley Air Force Base was established and operated as a flying field, balloon station, observer’s school, experimental engineering department, and aerial coastal defense. Langley Field was the first base built in the United States specifically for air power and today, is one of the oldest facilities of the Air Force. Modern day Hampton offers an array of business and industrial enterprises, as well as residential neighborhoods and historical sites. Hampton is home to St. John’s Church, the oldest English-speaking church in the United States, as well as Nasa Langley Station (now called NASA Langley Research Center). The largest employers in Hampton are Fort Monroe, Hampton University, and Hampton Virginia Medical Center – Veteran’s Hospital.

We have confirmed that Hampton, Virginia has many locations where asbestos exposure occurred over the years. If you have been exposed to asbestos containing materials, you may be at risk to develop mesothelioma. For your convenience, we have listed mesothelioma cancer centers close to Hampton at the bottom of this page. Mesothelioma lawyers may also be able to assist you if you were exposed to asbestos in Hampton and then diagnosed with mesothelioma.

Jobsites in Hampton where Asbestos Exposure Occurred

A number of jobsites in Hampton, VA 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 Hampton, VA

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